Does his life have a universal message? Wrestler and athlete Zion Clark believes his story can inspire anybody, no matter their situation.
The Paralympic hero born without legs
Inspiration: Zion Clark (above) is an All-American wrestler, an MMA fighter, a Guinness World Record holder and competing in the 2024 Paralympic Games this week. Glossary
Mixed martial arts - Known as MMA, a combat sport based on grappling, striking and fighting on the ground.
Foster care - When a child is temporarily looked after by someone who is not their parent or guardian.
Outlet - A means of expressing your talents or feelings.
Adopted - When someone takes care of another person's child as their own child.
MMA - Mixed martial arts.
Paralympic Games - An international multi-sports competition for athletes with disabilities that takes place every four years after the Olympic games.
Compassionate - Showing understanding and sympathy to people who are suffering.