Australian Paralympic long jumper Nicholas Hum has died in Melbourne at the age of 32.
The death of the three-time Paralympian and bronze medallist at the Tokyo Paralympics has rocked the athletics community.
Nicholas was widely respected for his achievements on and off the track and his passing has prompted tributes from national sporting bodies and colleagues that remember him as both an elite athlete and beloved member of the Australian sporting community.
Nicholas Hum’s lasting legacy
Nick held the Australian T20 long jump record of 7.39 metres and represented Australia at multiple World Para Athletics Championships and the 2024 Paris Paralympics.
“Australian Athletics, Paralympics Australia and the Victorian Institute of Sport are deeply saddened by the passing of Paralympic bronze medallist Nicholas Hum,” Australian Athletics said in a statement.
Australian Athletics CEO Simon Hollingsworth issued his own statement honouring Nick. “Nick was a much-loved member of our community and his loss is deeply felt,” he said.
“He was respected not only for his commitment to his sport but for the way he showed up for those around him. Our hearts are with Nick’s family, friends and teammates and we stand with them in remembering a life that meant so much to so many.”
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Paralympics Australia chief Cameron Murray similarly paid tribute to the decorated Paralympian. “Our heartfelt thoughts are also with his teammates, his coaches and all those who had the privilege of sharing Nick’s journey and experiencing the positive impact he made.
“As Australian Paralympian 989, Nick will be remembered for far more than just medals and results. He was an outstanding Paralympian and a cherished member of our mob, and his loss will be felt across the Australian Paralympic Movement for a long time to come.”
Nick is survived by his wife, Mairead, and their three children William, Holly and Paige.
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