Libya sent its largest ever delegation to the 2000 Summer Paralympics in Sydney, with three judokas, two powerlifters and a sitting volleyball team. The country's only female competitor, Ghazala M. Ali in powerlifting, was the first ever woman to represent Libya at the Paralympic Games.
Team Competing in only their second ever Paralympic Games, Libya was represented 17 sportspeople in Sydney, including three judokas, two powerlifters and a sitting volleyball team.Libya at the 2000 Summer Paralympics, International Paralympic Committee The country's only female competitor, Ghazala M. Ali in powerlifting, was the first ever woman to represent Libya at the Paralympic Games.
Medals
The 2000 Games saw Libya win its first (and so far only) Paralympic medal, when Abdelrahim Hamed took bronze in the men's over 100 kg in powerlifting, lifting 235 kg.Libya at the Paralympics, International Paralympic Committee
Medal Name Sport Event Abdelrahim Hamed Powerlifting Men's +100 kg
See also Libya at the Paralympics Libya at the 2000 Summer Olympics
References
External links International Paralympic Committee