Derek Parra, American Olympic athlete. Achievements include set world record for 1500m, Salt Lake City, 2002; first Mexican-American to compete in and medal in Winter Olympics.
Background
Parra, Derek was born on March 15, 1970 in San Bernardino, California, United States.
Career
Member United States Elite Long Track Speedskating Team.
Named United States Allround Overall Champion, 2000, Allround World Championships Men, 2003. Recipient 5000-meter Silver medal, 2002 Olympic Games, 1500-meter Gold medal, ranked 10th in 5000m, World Single Distance Championships, 2003, ranked 5th in 1500m, 2003, ranked #16 in 10000m, 2003.
Named United States Allround Overall Champion, 2000, Allround World Championships Men, 2003. Recipient 5000-meter Silver medal, 2002 Olympic Games, 1500-meter Gold medal, ranked 10th in 5000m, World Single Distance Championships, 2003, ranked 5th in 1500m, 2003, ranked #16 in 10000m, 2003.