‘I had to pinch myself’ says Invictus Games medallist who met Prince Harry
Sue Warner pictured with prince after claiming third place in the swimming 50m backstroke.
An Invictus Games athlete says she had to pinch herself after claiming a bronze medal and meeting Prince Harry.
Sue Warner, a member of Kingston Liberal Synagogue, took third place in the swimming 50m backstroke for over 55-year-olds, and also performed well in the breaststroke and front crawl.
Speaking about her accomplishment, she said: “I still can’t believe it. Everyone was cheering so loudly. I had to pinch myself that it was for me. I’m so happy. It was a moment to cherish.”
Sue sustained multiple fractures in an accident in 2009, following a 36-year career as a Royal Navy senior nursing officer.
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