Saffron Cresswell prepares for para-canoe world championships in Poland

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Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Saffron Cresswell prepares for para-canoe world championships in Poland
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Saffron Cresswell will compete for Team GB at the ICF Canoe Sprint and Para-Canoe World Championships from August 25 to 30 in Poznan, Poland. After a fall in 2024 left her paralyzed, Cresswell adapted to canoeing, a sport she discovered less than a year ago. She aims for a long-term goal of participating in the Paralympics. Cresswell expressed pride in representing her country again, especially after a challenging recovery journey. Family support will be present at the championships, marking a significant milestone in her athletic career.

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  • Cresswell was a horse rider before her injury in 2024.
  • She took up canoeing 18 months post-accident.
  • Family will support her at the championships in Poland.
  • Aiming for the Paralympics is her long-term ambition.
  • Canoeing provides her with a sense of purpose.
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Saffron Cresswell is preparing for the event two years after a fall left her paralysed.

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