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Join Australian Paralympian David Hall as he talks about his autobiography Superbeast.
Superbeast details David Hall's journey from growing up in a beach town as a shy kid obsessed with sport, to a teenager being hit by a car whilst hitchhiking, which resulted in both legs being amputated. He discovered wheelchair tennis shortly afterwards and spent the next 15 years travelling the world chasing his dreams: to win the US Open, become world number 1 and win gold for Australia at the Paralympics.
Audiences can expect an engaging, emotional and often humorous journey through the life of one of Australia’s most celebrated sporting champions, offering rare insight into the mindset, resilience and determination that defined his career.
Author Bio:
David Hall OAM carved his name in Australian sporting folklore by dominating the world’s wheelchair tennis courts in the 1990s and 2000s. He inspired the nation, winning a total of 6 Paralympic medals, including the gold in front of a roaring crowd at the Sydney 2000 Games; 9 Australian Open (singles) titles; 7 British Opens; 8 Japan Opens and 8 US Opens.
Please be aware of the following:
- Bookings are essential (each person needs a ticket)
- Books will be available for purchase at the event