Norfolk, who is 52 years old, was a gold medallist in the Quad Singles event at Beijing 2008 and Athens 2004. He also has a Doubles bronze from Beijing and a Doubles silver from Athens to his name. He is the current world no.3 in singles and no.1 in doubles.
Speaking today Norfolk said: "I'm absolutely blown away to be selected as the British flag bearer for the Opening Ceremony. It was a huge surprise when I was told and I feel it is a very great honour."
