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Gold medallist who endured 16 surgeries in 9 months hangs up oars
Key takeaways
- Paralympian Nikki Ayers has announced her retirement from rowing.
- Nikki Ayers teamed up with Jed Altschwager to win gold in the PR3 mixed double sculls at the 2024 Paris Paralympics.
- The 35-year-old has announced her retirement, reflecting on a career that saw her face ableism, homophobia and sexism.
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Paralympian Nikki Ayers has announced her retirement from rowing. (ABC News: Tony Hill)
Nikki Ayers teamed up with Jed Altschwager to win gold in the PR3 mixed double sculls at the 2024 Paris Paralympics.
The 35-year-old has announced her retirement, reflecting on a career that saw her face ableism, homophobia and sexism.
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