Alexa Leary was training for a triathlon when she fell from her bike in July 2021. Travelling at about 70km/h, Lex hit her head and suffered a brain injury that doctors weren’t convinced she’d survive.
Just two years later, Lex had not only relearnt to walk and talk (and dance – one of her favourite pastimes) – she’d also qualified to compete in the World Para Swimming Championships in Manchester, England. Then, in August 2023, she won gold.
“I was amazed at myself. I was like, ‘Oh, my God, Lex, look what you just did,’” the 22-year-old
