Dylan Alcott
AO, BCom (2016)
Dylan Alcott is a celebrated athlete, entrepreneur, and advocate for disability rights.
Paralympian, speaker, disability advocate
Dylan Alcott is a celebrated athlete, entrepreneur and advocate for disability rights. His career is marked by incredible achievements in both wheelchair basketball and tennis. He represented Australia at the Paralympics, winning gold medals in basketball and singles titles in tennis, including multiple Grand Slam victories.
Beyond his sporting success, Alcott is passionate about breaking down barriers for people living with disability. He founded the Dylan Alcott Foundation, which provides scholarships and grants to help young Australians living with disability pursue their dreams.
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