Britney Ardense just missed out on a medal at the Paralympic para-powerlifting taking fourth place in Paris.
Ardense took fourth place in Para Powerlifting (up to 79kg) setting a new personal best as the final Irish competitor in Paris.
Whereas, the Cavan native, put in a valiant effort with three clean lifts which were all personal bests. Indeed, her previous PB was set in Dubai in 2023 with a lift of 124kg.
Ardense recorded lifts of 129kg (lift one), 131kg (lift two) and 133kg (lift three). Indeed, China’s Miaoyu Han took gold with a lift of 153kg to set a new World record.
”I’m really happy with that. The plan was for two clean lifts so to get three clean lifts and three personal bests” explained Ardense. “I couldn’t have asked for anything more. I’m really happy with where I have placed.”
“It has been an agonising wait to compete, I was ready a week ago and now I’m ready to spend some time with my family and friends.
“I am hugely grateful to my other Team Ireland athletes, family and friends who are all her today to cheer me on. The noise from the Irish fans in the crowds really encouraged me.”
