Wins 200 m individual medley SM9 gold at the Beijing 2008 Paralympics, confirming her dominance in multi‑stroke events.
On 11 September 2008, Natalie du Toit continued her winning streak at the Beijing Paralympics by claiming gold in the 200 m individual medley SM9. The medley event, requiring proficiency in all four strokes, once again showcased her all‑round ability.
As noted in Wikipedia and Britannica, the medley gold was part of her quintet of titles at the Games. By defending the event she had already won in Athens, du Toit demonstrated longevity at the very top of multi‑stroke competition, a particularly demanding discipline given her amputation.
The race reinforced her status as a model of technical versatility in Paralympic swimming. Coaches and analysts frequently cite her medley performances when discussing how athletes with limb loss can successfully adapt stroke mechanics and transitions between strokes in complex events.