Paralympian Alessandro Ossola Proposes to Girlfriend After 100m Race
The Italian sprinter, who lost his first wife in a tragic accident, made a heartfelt proposal at the 2024 Paris Paralympics.
- Ossola proposed to his girlfriend, Arianna Mandaradoni, after being eliminated from the men's 100m T63 heat.
- The proposal took place in front of 40,000 spectators at the Stade de France.
- Ossola lost most of his left leg and his first wife in a 2015 motorcycle accident.
- He credits sports with helping him overcome a dark period in his life.
- This may be Ossola's last Paralympics, as he feels ready to start a new chapter.