How did he qualify for the Olympics?
running the 'B' standard qualifying time
What handicap does he have?
Double amputee
What sport does he participate in?
400m race
How old is he?
24
Where is his hometown?
Pretoria in South Africa
What is his nickname?
Blade Runner
And why is that?
because of his carbon fiber prosthetic limbs
What was his time in the qualifying race?
45.61 seconds
And was he happy with that time?
yes
How old was he when he lost his legs?
11 months old
What caused him to lose his legs?
was born without fibulae in both legs
Why was he stopped from competing?
his blades were considered an unfair advantage.
Was that decision overturned?
yes
By whom?
Court of Arbitration for Sport
What is his ultimate goal?
2012 London Olympics