Ellie Challis

Ellie Challis is a Paralympic swimmer who has achieved global success, including multiple Paralympic medals and world records, demonstrating resilience and dedication in her sport. After making her international debut at the 2019 World Para Swimming Championships in London, where she secured a bronze medal in the women’s 50m backstroke S3 event, Ellie Challis rapidly established herself as a formidable talent in para-swimming. This early success marked the beginning of a distinguished career characterized by consistent medal-winning performances and record-breaking achievements on the global stage. Challis quickly progressed within the sport, demonstrating exceptional skill and dedication.

Most recently, she achieved the pinnacle of her sport by winning a gold medal in the S3 50m backstroke at the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games. Challis currently trains with Coach Aled Davies at NPC Manchester and holds one world record and multiple British records across various para-swimming events, further cementing her legacy as a top-tier athlete.