Paris 2024: Team USA Para-Taekwondo Athlete Ariana Paolo Aguila-Ramos First to Fight for U.S.
by Abby Slenker
Paris 2024: Team USA Para-Taekwondo Athlete Ariana Paolo Aguila-Ramos First to Fight for U.S.
PARIS, FRANCE (August 29, 2024) - The Paralympics kicked off today, also marking the first day of Para Taekwondo matches.
Team USA Para Taekwondo athlete Ariana Paolo Aguila-Ramos was defeated by Ana Japaridze of Georgia by a score of 22-2 in the round of 16 for the women’s K44 52kg class. Japairdze received two Gam-jeom penalties, resulting in the USA receiving one point per penalty.
Aquila-Ramos’ journey at Paris 2024 has come to a close. However, her spirit and determination have left a lasting impact on the fans and fellow athletes. Aquila-Ramos' journey to the Paralympics was filled with hard work, perseverance, and an unyielding passion for the sport. Despite the loss, her performance on the global stage has inspired many young athletes with disabilities to pursue their dreams in Para Taekwondo and other sports.
In the days to come, fans can look forward to thrilling performances, unexpected triumphs, and heartwarming stories that epitomize the true essence of the Paralympic spirit. Whether it's on the Taekwondo mat, the track, or in the pool, every athlete has a unique story to tell—a story of courage, hope, and the relentless pursuit of excellence.
For further updates and information about Team USA's performance in taekwondo at the 2024 Paris Paralympics, please visit https://olympics.com/en/paris-2024/paralympic-games/sports/para-taekwondo