Rafi Solaiman

When Solaiman was twelve years of age, he suffered a stroke in which he would survive, spending six months in Sheffield Children’s Hospital and four months in a rehabilitation centre. Shortly afterward, he would discover frame running. He stated that it helped him accept his medical condition and also opened doors he hadn't thought of.^[1]

In July 2018, Solaiman was named to British team for the European Championships.^[2][3] He competed in the 100 m RR3 event and won the silver medal. Solaiman competed at the 2019 World Para Athletics Championships and won the silver medal in the 100 metres RR3 event.^[4][5]

Solaiman competed in the 2021 European Championships and won the gold medal in the 100 m RR3 event.^[6]

In June 2023, Solaiman was named to the British team for the 2023 World Para Athletics Championships.^[7] There, he won the silver medal in the 100 metres T72 event.^[8][9]