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The most successful Paralympian in history

Trischa Zorn-Hudson is the most decorated Paralympian in history. Trischa, who has been blind since birth, took part in seven Paralympics and won 55 medals in that time.

Trischa Zorn-Hudson is the most decorated Paralympian in history.

Competing across seven games, Trischa - who has been blind since birth - won a remarkable haul of 55 medals.

In that time, she also saw the Paralympics go through drastic changes, as competitors campaigned to get similar privileges and rights as Olympic athletes.

Trischa shares memories of her career with Matt Pintus.

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(Photo: Trischa Zorn-Hudson competing during the Sydney 2000 Paralympic Games. Credit: Getty Images)

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