Burundi at the 2012 Summer Paralympics | |
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IPC code | BDI |
NPC | Comité National Olympique du Burundi |
in London | |
Competitors | 1 in 1 sport |
Flag bearer | Remy Nikobimeze |
Medals |
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Summer Paralympics appearances | |
Burundi competed at the 2012 Summer Paralympics in London, United Kingdom from August 29 to September 9. [1]
A single athlete, middle distance runner Rémy Nikobimeze, who lost his right arm during the Burundi Civil War, qualified for the Games. He received financial support from the Pays de la Loire region in France, and was one of five Burundian athletes selected by former world vice-champion Arthémon Hatungimana to take part in qualifiers. He competed in the men's 800m and 1,500m T46. [2] [3] [4]
Athlete | Event | Heat | Final | ||
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Result | Rank | Result | Rank | ||
Remy Nikobimeze | 800m T46 | 2:00.25 | 6 | Did not advance | |
1500m T46 | 4:10.70 | 6 | Did not advance |
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