As he was the only competitor from the European nation he was also the flag bearer at the opening and closing ceremonies.

He competed in London on his hand-bike, a special, three-wheeled bike driven by force of arms.

Haki Doku is the first athlete in the Land of the Eagles to compete in the Paralympic Games.

[1] Haki Doku has achieved several Guinness World Records as a way to support foundations for disabled children.

Doku resides in Milan, Italy with wife Enora and his two children, Mario and Alissa.