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Akiko Adachi: Biography, Facts and Career

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Akiko Adachi (安達 阿記子, Adachi Akiko; born 10 September 1983) is a Japanese goalball player who won a gold medal at the 2012 Summer Paralympics. She scored the game-winning goal in the final against China. She was diagnosed with macular degeneration in her right eye when she was 14 years old. When she was 20, a visual condition also developed in her left eye, causing impairment. She began playing goalball in 2006, at age 23.

Quick facts about Akiko Adachi

  • Full name: Akiko Adachi
  • Born: 1983-09-10
  • Nationality: Japan
  • Known as: Creator
  • Wikidata ID: Q11451565

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Who is Akiko Adachi?

Akiko Adachi (安達 阿記子, Adachi Akiko; born 10 September 1983) is a Japanese goalball player who won a gold medal at the 2012 Summer Paralympics.

What nationality is Akiko Adachi?

Akiko Adachi is Japan.

When was Akiko Adachi born?

Akiko Adachi was born on 1983-09-10.

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