The 18-year-old British sensation from Beccles, who has reached new heights, captured the world’s attention at the Paris Paralympics. His debut on this global stage, has seen him already win two gold medals and one silver, and shatter a world record. His performance has been nothing short of mind-blowing, clearly showing that the future of Paralympic sports is in capable hands, with his name now echoing among the brightest swimming stars.

Ellard competes in the S14 category for swimmers with intellectual disabilities, and he has dominated the pool with a strength and determination that has left everyone in awe. On Thursday, he earned his first medal of the Games, a silver in the 100 metres butterfly. Well, that was just the beginning.

On Saturday, in the 200 metres freestyle, he not only claimed gold but also broke the world record by 1.1 seconds, finishing with a time of 1:51.30 and surpassing the previous record set by his compatriot Reece Dunn at the Tokyo Games three years ago.

"I had to give it my all, otherwise, I would have regretted it later," the young prodigy told the BBC, describing his feelings after his historic feat. Despite his achievements, Ellard displayed the humility and ambition of a true champion: "When I touched the wall, I thought I had swum 1:53.3. Next year, I think I can go even faster," he said with a smile, showing that his hunger for victories is far from sated.

Anyway, Ellard’s success didn’t stop there. On Sunday, he joined the British team to win gold in the mixed 4x100 metres freestyle relay, adding another gold to his impressive collection. Another race, another win, and more reasons for his family, who were present in the stands at the Stade Aquatique in Paris, to be overwhelmed with emotion. "We had to get out the tissues," Will’s mother, Lorna, told BBC Radio Suffolk. "It was an incredible experience to watch him swim like that; we felt incredibly proud."

Ellard’s story has not only touched his family’s hearts but also those of his hometown and supporters around the world. "My phone hasn’t stopped ringing," his mother said with a laugh, referring to the flood of congratulatory messages from neighbors and strangers alike.

Although Will didn’t secure a victory in the 200 metres individual medley, where he finished in fifth place, missing out on his personal medal sweep, he still has a chance to add a fourth medal to his tally. He will compete in the 100 meters backstroke on Friday, where another podium finish remains a strong possibility.

With such a promising future ahead, there is no doubt that William Ellard is here to stay. Paris has witnessed his first major step towards history, and all eyes will be on this young phenomenon in the coming years. For if there’s one thing he has proven, it’s that there are no limits when it comes to breaking barriers.