Dimitrios Karypidis – Greece (Easy-to-read version)
Dimitrios Karypidis was born in Siberia
and moved to Greece with his mother
when he was a young boy.
Dimitrios has a disability that makes his bones very sensitive and easy to break.
He started swimming to get fitter and stronger.
Now he is a professional swimmer
who takes part in the Paralympic Games
around the world
and has won many medals.
Dimitrios is also studying to become a teacher
for primary school.
By sharing his story,
Dimitrios wants to encourage all people
to go after their dreams.