Madison De Rozario: Battling for Paralympic Glory Against Catherine Debrunner
Madison De Rozario's Quest for Paralympic Marathon Glory
The biggest obstacle to Madison De Rozario's quest to hold on to her Paralympic marathon crown may not be the cobbles that line the streets of Paris but the ruthless form of Switzerland's Catherine Debrunner. De Rozario has placed a high priority on going back-to-back in the French capital after securing a gold medal in the T54 event at the Tokyo Paralympics.
Debrunner's Spectacular Performance
Debrunner has dominated the track at the Stade de France, winning gold medals in the 400m, 800m, 1500m and 5000m events, showcasing her versatility. She also grabbed silver in the 100m and aims to take De Rozario's marathon crown in Paris.
A Unique Challenge Ahead
- Madi and I have a really good friendship, Debrunner mentioned.
- Being a sprinter initially, she stepped into distance racing, capturing marathons in London, New York, and Chicago.
De Rozario acknowledged Debrunner's evolution as an athlete. “In women’s racing, we didn’t have a Catherine until now,” she stated, highlighting how the Swiss runner’s dominance has changed race strategies for her competitors.
Adapting to the Cobblestone Challenge
De Rozario has limited experience on cobblestone tracks, emphasizing the unique challenges they present. Debrunner's training is primarily conducted on similar surfaces in the Netherlands, giving her an edge.
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