| Laos at the 2008 Summer Paralympics | |
|---|---|
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| IPC code | LAO |
| NPC | Lao Paralympic Committee |
| in Beijing | |
| Competitors | 1 in 1 sport |
| Flag bearer | Eay Simay |
| Medals Ranked 69th |
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| Summer Paralympics appearances (overview) | |
Laos competed at the 2008 Summer Paralympics in Beijing, China.
| Medal | Name | Sport | Event |
|---|---|---|---|
 Bronze | Eay Simay | Powerlifting | Men's 48 kg |
| Athlete | Event | Result | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eay Simay | 48kg | 157.5 | |
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