Morteza Mehrzad

When Morteza Mehrzad was 16, he was 8 feet 1 inches tall. This man is from Iran and is one of the tallest people in the world and holds the title of the tallest Paralympic in the world.

Born in 1987, Morteza helped the Iranian national team and won a gold medal in sitting volleyball at the Rio Olympics. This event made him the highest Paralympic gold medalist of all time.

Morteza was a normal person until he suffered a pelvic injury, after which his family noticed his sudden increase in stature. According to records, Mortez grew to this height with the exception of his right leg and is now 6 inches shorter than his left leg. I constantly need help because I have a problem with my leg, and it is difficult to walk normally.

Apart from these legs, all are healthy and can sit at club level to play volleyball and help other Paralympic athletes compete.

• Height: 8 feet 1 in