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Larrikin leader
Grant ‘Scooter’ Patterson won two medals and the hearts of the world
with his performances and humorous antics at the Tokyo Paralympic
Games. Tropic asked the Cairns swimmer 10 quick questions as he endured
mandatory quarantine on his return to Australia.
Have you come back down to earth Tell us something about you that
following your success in Tokyo? most people wouldn’t know.
I have never left earth, still your I grow my own tomatoes.
average local midget.
Any secret vices?
Describe your favourite fan mail. Don’t put your fingers in it.
They are from families with situations
like mine. What song gets you pumped?
Songs with lots of air.
What are your tips for quarantining?
There are none, unless you’re a crazy It was a 13-year journey to your first
cat like me. Paralympic medal – how do maintain
the motivation to keep keeping on?
What are you missing most? I’m a warrior!
Steak, fishing, quaffing, go-karting.
What’s next for you?
Favourite quote? 2032 has been pencilled in, so
“Carl me.” (We’re guessing this is get ready!
a reference to the Walking Dead.)
FACEBOOK: @teamscooter

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