Australian Paralympian Curtis McGrath’s journey to the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games is the focus of this documentary, which premieres on Channel 9 and 9Now on Monday, 26 August, at 8:45 p.m. Produced by 60 Minutes, the film provides an exclusive glimpse into Curtis’s athletic and personal life.
The documentary follows Curtis’s remarkable transformation from a soldier in Afghanistan to a three-time Paralympic gold medallist and twelve-time world champion. After losing both his legs in an explosion while deployed, Curtis’s resilience and determination led him to para-canoe, where he broke records and achieved international sporting success.
The film captures Curtis’s unwavering spirit and relentless pursuit of new challenges. It includes interviews with his support network, including his wife, Rachel Martin, his parents, Paul and Kim McGrath, and fellow Afghanistan veteran Mac Pitcher. The Paddle Australia coaching staff, such as National Para-canoe Coach Anna Wood and Strength and Conditioning Coach Jesse Fleming, also provide insight into Curtis’s training regimen and mental fortitude.
As Curtis prepares for Paris 2024, where he will compete in two different events, the documentary highlights his unwavering dedication to excellence. His natural talent, extraordinary strength of mind, and unparalleled commitment to his sport have contributed to his impressive athletic career.
Beyond his athletic achievements, Curtis’s personal life is also evolving, as he and his wife, Rachel, await the birth of their first child, a boy. Curtis’s journey embodies fierce determination, incredible resilience, and an unstoppable spirit.
Beyond the Dream: Curtis McGrath Unstoppable airs Monday, 26 August 2024, at 8:45 p.m. on Channel 9 and is available to stream on 9Now.
