What is Oscar Leonard Carl Pistorius known for?
Q: What is Oscar Leonard Carl Pistorius known for?
A: Oscar Leonard Carl Pistorius is a South African former sprint runner who is currently serving a prison sentence for the murder of his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp.
Q: Where was Pistorius born?
A: Pistorius was born in Sandton, Johannesburg.
Q: How did he run races?
A: Both of his legs are amputated above the ankle, and he runs with prostheses. He competed in races for athletes with disabilities as well as international competitions for able-bodied athletes.
Q: What achievements did he make at the 2012 Summer Olympics?
A: At the 2012 Summer Olympics in London, Pistorius became the first double-leg amputee to compete in the Olympics. He won gold medals in the men's 400 metre race and 4 × 100 metres relay, and also won a silver medal in the 200 metres race.
Q: What happened on 14 February 2013?
A: On 14 February 2013, Pistorius shot his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp dead in his house. He was charged with murder but released on bail after paying R1 million.
Q: When did his trial begin?
A: His murder trial began on 3 March 2014 in Pretoria. During this time, he was diagnosed with generalised anxiety disorder.
Q: What verdict was reached during his trial?
A: On 11 September 2014, he was found not guilty of murder but convicted of manslaughter instead. In December 2015, prosecutors asked permission to appeal this verdict which was granted; eventually it was overturned and he was convicted of murder instead
