Burundi at the 2008 Summer Paralympics

Burundi sent a delegation to compete at the 2008 Summer Paralympics in Beijing, People's Republic of China. It was Burundi's first ever participation in the Paralympic Games.[3] According to official records,[4] the following three athletes competed in the games:

Burundi at the
2008 Summer Paralympics
IPC codeBDI
NPCComité National Olympique du Burundi
in Beijing
Competitors3 in 1 sport
Flag bearers Remy Nikobimeze
(opening & closing)[1][2]
Medals
Gold
0
Silver
0
Bronze
0
Total
0
Summer Paralympics appearances (overview)

Athletics

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3 competitors:

Men
Athlete Class Event Heats Semifinal Final
Result Rank Result Rank Result Points Rank
Leonidas Ahishakiye T46 1500 m 4:16.78 11 did not advance
Fidele Manirambona T46 1500 m 4:16.54 10 did not advance
Remy Nikobimeze T46 5000 m N/A 15:07.95 - 5

See also

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References

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  1. ^ Opening Ceremony - Flagbearers' List Archived September 9, 2008, at the Wayback Machine, International Paralympic Committee, September 6, 2008.
  2. ^ Closing Ceremony - Flagbearers' List, International Paralympic Committee, September 17, 2008.
  3. ^ Burundi at the Paralympics, International Paralympic Committee
  4. ^ Athletes & Teams Archived 2009-03-16 at the Wayback Machine, Official Website of the 2008 Paralympic Games