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Antonis Tsapatakis: A Paralympic Champion’s Life Story – The Accident, His Love for Water, and the Dream to Become a Navy Diver

Antonis Tsapatakis, a towering figure from Chania, stands 1.88 meters tall. In 2006, his life took a drastic turn when a motorcycle accident left him paralyzed from the waist down. But even seated in his wheelchair, Antonis still appears immense—not just in stature, but in spirit. A gentle giant with a powerful soul, he offers daily lessons in resilience, strength, and perspective.