Read about it here: http://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/skorea-claims-world-records-in-mens-archery-at-london-games/2012/07/27/gJQAevWMDX_story.html
A legally blind archer from South Korea has already set a world record at the London Olympics. Im Dong-hyun broke his own record with a score of 699. He set the previous record in May in Turkey.
Im Dong-hyun has 10 percent vision in his left eye and 20 percent in his right. He does not wear glasses for the event. He relies on the differences between colors on the target.
I think that is a great accomplishment. He is an example of how you shouldn't let a disability keep you from achieving your dream. It's amazing when someone with limited vision can triumph over other athletes with better eyesight!!
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