Natalie du Toit
Awards & Honours
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Awards Won
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Honours
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Rankings
4
Records
Natalie du Toit's list of achievements is staggering. She is one of only five athletes to compete in both the Olympics and the Paralympics, and the first female amputee to do so. Her 13 Paralympic gold medals and 10 world records place her among the greatest para swimmers of all time. Her historic flag-bearing at both the 2008 Olympics and Paralympics remains a unique feat, and her impact on disability sport is immeasurable.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Order of Ikhamanga in Gold
For excellent achievements in the international sporting arena and serving as an inspiration to all South Africans.
Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE)
Honorary MBE for services to sport.
Laureus World Sportsperson of the Year with a Disability
Awarded for her outstanding achievements in swimming.
Rankings & Lists
Among the greats of Paralympic history
Records & Feats
First female amputee to compete at the Olympic Games
Competed in the 10km open water swim at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
First athlete to carry a flag at both the Olympic and Paralympic Opening Ceremonies in a single year
Served as flagbearer for South Africa at both the 2008 Olympics and Paralympics.
One of only five athletes to compete in both the Olympics and Paralympics
Achieved this rare feat at the 2008 Beijing Games.
Set 10 world records for disabled swimmers
In freestyle, butterfly, and individual medley events.