Focus and determination are two attributes many of our sporting heroes share, and Paralympian Louise Sauvage has both in spades.

The wheelchair racer became a household name after her gold medal-winning performance at the Sydney games in 2000.

For this month’s Perth Tonight Spotlight, Sauvage reflected on her stellar career and her relentless pursuit of her dreams.

Listen to the full interview with 6PR’s Chris Ilsley below:

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