Things To Know About Murderer Olympic Blade Runner Oscar Pistorius

Born without fibulas: Both legs amputated below the knee at 11 months old

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Nicknamed "Blade Runner": Competed on carbon-fiber prosthetic blades

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Paralympic Champion: Won 6 gold medals and 1 silver at the Paralympic Games

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Pioneered integration: First double-amputee to compete in the Olympics (2012)

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Relay medalist: Secured a silver medal in the 4x400m relay at the 2011 World Championships

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Record-breaker: Held world records in T44 100m, 200m, and 400m for several years

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Privileged upbringing: Grew up in a wealthy family in South Africa

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Controversial personality: Known for his competitive spirit and occasional legal disputes

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Tragic incident: Fatally shot his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp, in 2013

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Legal repercussions: Convicted of homicide, sentenced to 13 years in prison. Released on January 04, 2024

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