QUICK FACTS
Date of Birth
1965
Gaza Strip, Palestine
Place of Birth
Why Featured?
Remarkable Paralympic athlete overcoming personal adversity.
Inspirational figure in Palestinian sports.
Demonstrated exceptional skill in shot put, discus, and javelin.
BRIEF BIO
Khamis Zaqout is a Palestinian Paralympic athlete who has represented Palestine in various international competitions, including the Paralympic Games. Despite facing personal challenges, including a disability from a construction accident, Zaqout has become a symbol of resilience and determination in Palestinian sports.
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DATE
Monday, January 26, 2026
MAJOR MILESTONES
Key dates & turning points
Born in the Gaza Strip (1965).
Injured in a construction site accident, leading to his disability (1992).
Set an Asian record in shot put
Competed in the 2012 Summer Paralympic Games in London.
Was the flag bearer of the Palestinian delegation at the 2012 Paralympics.
CONTRIBUTIONS
What they did, and why it matters
Achieved an Asian record in shot put...See More
Competed in shot put, discus, and javelin at the 2012 Paralympics...See More
Finished fourth in Men's Shot Put F54-56 at the 2012 Paralympics...See More
Participated in the 1998 World Championship, securing second place in discus throwing.
Established a new world record in Paralympics weight launching at a distance of 11.40 meters.
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Last updated
Jan 26, 2026
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