Childhood
1987 – 2000
I began life in a small corner of Türkiye's Black Sea region, in a family that taught me the scent of the sea and the value of hard work. I was a curious, energetic child with big dreams.
The Day That Changed My Life
2000
An incident during my high-school preparatory year changed the course of my life completely. I lost my hearing, but I never surrendered my fighting spirit.
Discovering the Bicycle
2004
One day, I noticed the old bicycle I had forgotten amid my troubles. A voice echoed inside me: “I will succeed. I can do this.” That day marked the beginning of the most beautiful journey of my life.
A Struggle That Left Its Mark
2010 – 2017
My struggle was never only about reaching the finish line. It was also about opening a path for deaf athletes who would follow. I raced on the same courses as hearing athletes and achieved strong results. Through the Turkish Deaf Cycling Community, which I founded in 2010, I worked for years to help this discipline grow.
The National Jersey
2013 – 2025
I had the honour of representing Türkiye at the Sofia 2013, Samsun 2017 and Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics. Wearing the national jersey became one of my greatest sources of motivation.
Today
2026 and beyond
Teacher, IT coordinator, athlete, trainer… I continue working to inspire young people and bring sport and education together. My story is far from over.
