At the time of her diagnosis, she was competing in pentathlon for a club in Aix-en-Provence, France. She has also represented France in wheelchair basketball. In 2012, she won silver in the arms-only single sculls at the Paralympic Games in London. This achievement remains one of her most memorable moments.

Recognition and Awards

In 2012, she was named a Knight of the National Order of Merit by the French government. Additionally, she was named 2009 Rower of the Year by the French Federation of Rowing Societies [FFSA]. These accolades highlight her dedication and skill in rowing.

Break and Return

She decided to take a break from the sport following the 2012 Paralympic Games in London. During this seven-year break from 2012 to 2019, she took part in several sporting challenges to raise awareness for multiple sclerosis. In 2013, she rowed over 1000 kilometres from Paris to Marseille through the waterways of France. In 2018, she competed in the New York City Marathon.

She announced her return to Para rowing in 2019. "I returned for pleasure. It was very stressful leading up to the 2012 Paralympic Games; every year I had to increase the pressure. I returned for the love of sport. It really exists," she said.

Training and Ambitions

Currently, she trains for 20 hours a week, with two or three sessions a day. Her ambition is to compete at the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris. This goal drives her rigorous training schedule and commitment to the sport.

Personal Life and Philosophy

Apart from sports, she has worked as a teacher for the National Centre for Distance Education [CNED], a French educational institution that provides distance learning services. She has also played the violin as part of an orchestra since 2003.

"I have the will and desire for taking up challenges, of being always independent. I have adapted to life with my strong character," she said. This philosophy reflects her approach to both her personal and professional life.

Her journey from wheelchair basketball to becoming a celebrated rower is inspiring. Her dedication to raising awareness for multiple sclerosis through sporting challenges showcases her resilience. As she aims for the 2024 Paralympic Games, her story continues to motivate many.