Australian Athletics has paid tribute to Paralympic bronze medallist Nicholas Hum, who has died at the age of 32.
Hum won the bronze medal at the 2021 Tokyo Paralympics and holds the Australia record in the T20 long jump at 7.39m. He competed at three Paralympic Games, most recently in Paris, and only retired from sport in November last year.
Hum is survived by his wife, Mairead, and children William, Holly and Paige.
If you or anyone you know needs help:
“Nick was a much-loved member of our community and his loss is deeply felt,” Australian Athletics CEO Simon Hollingsworth said.
“He was respected not only for his commitment to his sport but for the way he showed up for those around him. Our hearts are with Nick’s family, friends and teammates and we stand with them in remembering a life that meant so much to so many.”
Paralympics Australia chief Cameron Murray sent condolences to Hum’s family and said the organisation was in mourning.
“Our heartfelt thoughts are also with his teammates, his coaches and all those who had the privilege of sharing Nick’s journey and experiencing the positive impact he made,” Murray said.
“As an Australian Paralympian 989, Nick will be remembered for far more than just medals and results. He was an outstanding Paralympian and a cherished member of our mob, and his loss will be felt across the Australian Paralympic Movement for a long time to come.”
Loading Instagram content
Australian Athletics said it would work with Hum’s family to provide support.
“On behalf of Nick’s family, we request that their privacy is respected as they grieve their loss,” Australian Athletics said.
“We also share that the presence of any person who has been touched by Nick personally or professionally is welcome to attend his funeral, which is currently being arranged.”
