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MND Snowboarder Aims for Winter Paralympics
8 Jan
Summary
- Davy Zyw aims to qualify for the Winter Paralympics despite Motor Neuron Disease.
- He needs two podium finishes in upcoming races in Austria and Switzerland.
- Zyw hopes to be the first person with MND to compete in a Winter Games.
Davy Zyw, a 38-year-old from Edinburgh, is on the cusp of potentially making history by attempting to qualify for the Winter Paralympics despite his diagnosis of Motor Neuron Disease (MND). He faces significant challenges due to the cold's exacerbating effect on his symptoms, making high-speed snowboarding increasingly difficult.
Zyw's path to qualification hinges on achieving at least two podium finishes in four upcoming races in Austria and Switzerland. These performances are crucial for him to earn the necessary points and become eligible for selection by Team GB. His ambition is to be the first athlete with MND ever to participate in a Winter Games, a goal that would bring global attention to the condition.
Inspired by the late Doddie Weir, Zyw aims to raise awareness for MND. Despite his physical limitations, including muscle wastage and reduced dexterity, he maintains a positive attitude and a strong spirit, focusing on his performance and the joy of snowboarding. His journey highlights incredible human endeavor against formidable odds.
