John McCarthy (athlete)

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John McCarthy
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Paralympic athletics
Representing Flag of Ireland.svg  Ireland
Paralympic Games
Silver medal icon (S initial).svg 2004 Athens Discus Throw - F32/51

John McCarthy is a paralympic athlete from Ireland competing mainly in category F32/51 club throw and discus throw events.

McCarthy competed in the club throw and discus throw at both the 2004 and 2008 Summer Paralympics, winning the silver medal in the discus in 2004. [1]

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