Eliza Ault-Connell is excited at the prospect of tackling the marathon.
Albury wheelchair racer Eliza Ault-Connell is targeting Sunday's marathon after winning through to Thursday night's women's 400m T54 final.
The 39-year-old finished fourth in heat one on Thursday in 56.89 seconds to seal the final spot.
"You're like, phew, it's a little q (qualification), phew, skin of my teeth," Ault-Connell told broadcaster Channel 7.
"I love the 400, it's such a great test."
Ault-Connell also qualified for Wednesday night's 100m final.
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"Three Aussie girls in the marathon, can't wait to get out there."
Three Aussie girls in the marathon, can't wait.
- Eliza Ault-Connell
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