Shelby Newkirk (born 25 June 1996) is a Canadian Paralympic swimmer who competes in international elite competitions. She is a World Para Swimming Championships medalist and has been selected to compete at the 2020 Summer Paralympics.[1][2]

Shelby Newkirk
Personal information
Born (1996-06-25) 25 June 1996 (age 27)
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Height1.82 m (6 ft 0 in)
Sport
Country Canada
SportParalympic swimming
DisabilityDystonia
Disability classS6
ClubSaskatoon Lasers
Medal record
Paralympic swimming
Representing  Canada
World Championships
Gold medal – first place 2022 Madeira 100m backstroke S6
Gold medal – first place 2023 Manchester 100m backstroke S6
Silver medal – second place 2019 London 100m backstroke S7
Bronze medal – third place 2023 Manchester 50m freestyle S6

References edit

  1. ^ "Shelby Newkirk - IPC Athlete Bio". ipc.infostradasports.com. 26 June 2021. Archived from the original on 26 August 2021. Retrieved 26 August 2021.
  2. ^ "Shelby Newkirk - Canadian Paralympic Committee". Canadian Paralympic Committee. 26 June 2021.

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