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News posted on Sunday 8 September, 2024

Peter Cowan wins Bronze

Portrait of Peter Cowan on a black background. A banner beneath reads “BRONZE for Peter Cowan 200m KL3”

Para canoeist Peter Cowan ensured the NZ Paralympic Team quest at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games ended on a high by taking a brilliant bronze in the Men’s 200m VL3.

Competing in the va’a boat the Paracanoe World Championships silver medallist produced a scorching paddle in the A final to stop the clock in 48.28 and ensure New Zealand would conclude Paris 2024 with nine medals – one gold, four silver and four bronze.

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