What to watch at the Paris Paralympics on Friday
3 months, 2 weeks ago

What to watch at the Paris Paralympics on Friday

Associated Press  

PARIS — The finish line is getting closer at the Paralympics Games, with only three days of competition left. There are men’s and women’s titles in cycling road racing in nearby Clichy-sous-Bois and the women’s wheelchair tennis final takes place at Roland Garros, home to the French Open. The 27-year-old Dutchwoman defends her singles title on the court Philippe Chatrier at Roland Garros against Japan’s Yui Kamiji, having lost against her in the women’s doubles final on Thursday. USA equestrian riders eye team gold Equestrian riders Rebecca Hart and Fiona Howard look for another gold medal in the team dressage event at the Palace of Versailles, once home to French royalty. Going for gold in volleyball Bosnia and Herzegovina gets a rare chance for a Paralympic gold medal when it faces tournament favorite Iran in the men’s sitting volleyball final at North Paris Arena.

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Paris Paralympics 2024: Top quotes from the Para Games
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Paris Paralympics 2024: Top quotes from the Para Games

The Hindu  

The Paris Paralympics 2024 concluded on September 8 after 11 days of competitions, memorable moments and new records. Hopefully, today, some new dreams have been born.”Hannah Cockroft Gold medallist Hannah Cockroft of Great Britain during the medal ceremony for the women’s 800m-T34 final. | Photo Credit: Getty Images “I believe I was put here on this earth to normalise disability, …

Paris Paralympics 2024: Top heartwarming moments at the Para Games
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Paris Paralympics 2024: Top heartwarming moments at the Para Games

The Hindu  

The Paris Paralympics 2024 came to a close on September 8 after a thrilling 11 days of competitions which saw records broken until the very last day of the Games. | Photo Credit: Getty Images At the age of 17 years 7 months 23 days, Sheetal Devi became the youngest Indian medallist in the history of Paralympics after she won …

Which athlete won most gold medals at Paris 2024 Paralympics?
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Which athlete won most gold medals at Paris 2024 Paralympics?

The Hindu  

China’s para swimmer Jiang Yuyan emerged as the most successful athlete at Paris 2024 Paralympics with seven gold medals. The 19-year-old Jiang, known as the ‘Flying Fish,’ made her Paralympic debut in Tokyo and clinched two gold, one silver and one bronze medal. In Paris, Jiang competed in nine events and the only two in which she did not win …

Paralympics end with spectacular light show and dance party in Paris
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Paralympics end with spectacular light show and dance party in Paris

Al Jazeera  

The Paralympic Games have come to an end with a spectacular light show and dance party capping a final day of competition that saw two world records fall. Addressing the closing ceremony at a packed Stade de France, chief Paris 2024 organiser and former gold medal-winning canoeist Tony Estanguet said the six weeks of the Paralympics and the Olympics would …

Memorable moments for ParalympicsGB from Paris 2024
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Memorable moments for ParalympicsGB from Paris 2024

The Independent  

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Paralympic Games end with a Parisian electro-dance party after 2 world records on final day
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Paralympic Games end with a Parisian electro-dance party after 2 world records on final day

Associated Press  

PARIS — The Paralympic Games ended Sunday with two world records and a spectacular light show during a closing ceremony dominated by French electronic music Jean-Michel Jarre got the party underway at the Stade de France, coaxing dance moves from athletes, volunteers and spectators on a day when Morocco’s Fatima Ezzahra El Idrissi smashed the world record in the women’s …

Paralympics allow competitors to 'shine' but make us all better people
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Paralympics allow competitors to 'shine' but make us all better people

China Daily  

Xinhua Updated: 2024-09-08 Large | Medium | Small PARIS -- The Paralympic Games in Paris are drawing to an end this weekend, allowing time to look back on an event that has attracted people from around the world. When discussing Paralympic athletes - all of whom have their own story of facing challenges many will never have to face - …

AP photographer finds beauty at the Paralympics in capturing what’s not there
3 months, 2 weeks ago

AP photographer finds beauty at the Paralympics in capturing what’s not there

Associated Press  

PARIS — Emilio Morenatti, 55, is the AP’s chief photographer for Spain and Portugal. Jiamin Zhang, of China, competes at Women’s Shot Put -46 Final, at the Stade de France stadium, during the 2024 Paralympics, Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024, in Paris, France. Medina Meneses, of Colombia, competes at Men’s Javelin Throw F34 Final at the Stade de France stadium, during …

Paralympics day 10: Sarah Storey ruling nothing out
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Paralympics day 10: Sarah Storey ruling nothing out

The Independent  

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British cycling star Sarah Storey wins her 19th Paralympic gold
3 months, 2 weeks ago

British cycling star Sarah Storey wins her 19th Paralympic gold

Associated Press  

PARIS — Sarah Storey says every race is different. The British cycling star won the women’s C4-5 road race for the fourth time straight for her 19th gold medal at a Paralympic Games. “It doesn’t matter whether you’re in a bike race here at the Paralympics, at the Olympics, in a grand tour, you just have to trust your instincts …

Dame Sarah Storey not ruling out competing in LA aged 50 after winning 19th gold
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Dame Sarah Storey not ruling out competing in LA aged 50 after winning 19th gold

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Paris 2024 Paralympics Day 9, Medals Table: India up to 17th spot after Praveen Kumar’s gold, Hokato’s bronze; China leads with 83 golds
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Paris 2024 Paralympics Day 9, Medals Table: India up to 17th spot after Praveen Kumar’s gold, Hokato’s bronze; China leads with 83 golds

The Hindu  

The Paris Paralympics 2024 got underway with the official opening ceremony on August 28 and will conclude on September 8. India surpassed its Tokyo Paralympic gold medal tally after Praveen Kumar won men’s high jump T64. READ | Paris Paralympics 2024 LIVE Updates Day 9 India’s eighth medal at Paris Paralympics 2024 came with Yogesh Kathuniya winning silver in the …

Paralympics day nine: Dame Sarah Storey targets a 19th gold medal
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Paralympics day nine: Dame Sarah Storey targets a 19th gold medal

The Independent  

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Dame Sarah Storey says short women’s time trial ‘appalling’ after winning gold
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Dame Sarah Storey says short women’s time trial ‘appalling’ after winning gold

The Independent  

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Dame Sarah Storey wins 18th Paralympic gold with C5 time trial victory
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Dame Sarah Storey wins 18th Paralympic gold with C5 time trial victory

The Independent  

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Paralympics day seven: Another chapter in the compelling Storey story?
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Paralympics day seven: Another chapter in the compelling Storey story?

The Independent  

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Paralympics day six: Great Britain’s Ellie Challis aims to make a splash again
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Paralympics day six: Great Britain’s Ellie Challis aims to make a splash again

The Independent  

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2024 Paralympics schedule Sept. 3: Fencers and equestrians make competition debut
3 months, 3 weeks ago

2024 Paralympics schedule Sept. 3: Fencers and equestrians make competition debut

Associated Press  

PARIS — On the sixth day of the Paris Paralympics, medals are up for grabs in seven sports on Tuesday. Time for athletics stars Baka and Frech On the fifth day of track and field at the Stade de France, Algeria’s Abdellatif Baka headlines the men’s T13 1,500 meters for those who are visually impaired. Britain’s Natasha Baker, who owns …

2024 Paralympics schedule Sept. 2: Archers, swimmers and boccia players going for gold
3 months, 3 weeks ago

2024 Paralympics schedule Sept. 2: Archers, swimmers and boccia players going for gold

Associated Press  

PARIS — On the fifth day of the Paris Paralympics, medals will be handed out in eight sports on Monday. World Athletics last year banned transgender women from competing in the female category at international events if they transitioned after puberty. Gold on their minds Miles Krajewski and Jayci Simon are hoping to clinch the first ever para badminton medal …

Paralympics day four: British stars look to add to golden successes
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Paralympics day four: British stars look to add to golden successes

The Independent  

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Paris 2024 Paralympics Day 3, LIVE Medals Table: India slips to 22th, China leads with 20 golds
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Paris 2024 Paralympics Day 3, LIVE Medals Table: India slips to 22th, China leads with 20 golds

The Hindu  

The Paris Paralympics 2024 officially got underway on Thursday and will conclude on September 8. India opened its account in the Paris Paralympics as Avani Lekhara grabbed gold and Mona Agarwal won bronze in the women’s 10m air rifle standing SH1 category on Friday. Later, Preethi Pal also grabbed a bronze medal in women’s 100m T35 event while Manish Narwal …

Paris Paralympics 2024, Day 3 HIGHLIGHTS: India's Day Ends With Sole Medal
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Paris Paralympics 2024, Day 3 HIGHLIGHTS: India's Day Ends With Sole Medal

ABP News  

Paris Paralympics 2024, Day 3 Live: Welcome to ABP Live’s live coverage of the Day 3 of the Paris Paralympics 2024. Avani Lekhara and Mona Agarwal secured gold and bronze, respectively, in the Women's 10m Air Rifle Standing SH1 final. In addition, shooter Manish Narwal clinched a silver medal in the Men's 10m Air Pistol final. Sprinter Preethi Pal also …

OMEGA provides innovation to aid Paris 2024 Paralympic Games
3 months, 3 weeks ago

OMEGA provides innovation to aid Paris 2024 Paralympic Games

The Hindu  

The summer of sport in Paris has been reignited once again, as the Paralympic Games officially began on August 29. Coinciding with the colourful opening ceremony along the iconic Champs-Elysées, OMEGA’s -- Paralympics’ official timekeeper -- countdown clock near the Eiffel Tower finally reached zero, signalling the start of the competition. Taking place until September 8, the Paralympic Games Paris …

Paris Paralympics 2024, Day 1 Live Updates: Nitesh Kumar-Murugesan Win All-Indian Affair; Aruna Loses After Injury
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Paris Paralympics 2024, Day 1 Live Updates: Nitesh Kumar-Murugesan Win All-Indian Affair; Aruna Loses After Injury

ABP News  

Paris Paralympics 2024, Day 1 Live Updates: Not long after the conclusion of the Paris Olympics 2024, the French Capital is all set to host the Paralympic Games with a grand opening ceremony formally having declared the Paralympics open. So there will be a lot of action on the opening day of the Paris Paralympics 2024. With some talented athletes …

Colourful, joyous opening ceremony kickstarts Paralympic Games Paris 2024
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Colourful, joyous opening ceremony kickstarts Paralympic Games Paris 2024

Al Jazeera  

A splash of colour and hope for inclusivity headlined the opening ceremony as more than 4,000 athletes paraded in Paris. Against the backdrop of a setting sun, thousands of athletes paraded down the famed Champs-Elysees avenue to Place de la Concorde in central Paris where French President Emmanuel Macron officially declared the Paralympic Games open on Wednesday night. Rest assured, …

Paralympics 2024: When, who and how to watch the Paris games
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Paralympics 2024: When, who and how to watch the Paris games

NPR  

Paralympics 2024: When, who and how to watch the Paris games toggle caption Graham Denholm/Getty Images Looking for something to fill the Olympic-sized void in your heart? toggle caption Aitor Alcalde/Getty Images Para athletes will compete in 549 medal events across 22 sports, both individual and team. toggle caption Joe Scarnici/Getty Images for USOPC The U.S. is sending 225 athletes …

'Miracle' swimmer Alexa Leary and wheelchair marathon star Madison de Rozario poised for greatness at Paris Paralympics
3 months, 3 weeks ago

'Miracle' swimmer Alexa Leary and wheelchair marathon star Madison de Rozario poised for greatness at Paris Paralympics

ABC  

Alexa Leary only began her Para-swimming journey after a serious cycling accident ended her triathlon career three years ago. Sprint superstar Rowan Crothers has two Paralympic gold medals and has won multiple World Championships. Rowan Crothers Rowan Crothers celebrates winning gold at last year's World Championships. Loading Instagram content Leary made quick progress in the pool, winning gold in the …

Sarah Storey, Hannah Cockcroft and 10 of Britain’s big medal hopes at the Paris Paralympics
4 months ago

Sarah Storey, Hannah Cockcroft and 10 of Britain’s big medal hopes at the Paris Paralympics

The Independent  

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Great Britain taking team of 215 to compete at the Paris Paralympics
4 months ago

Great Britain taking team of 215 to compete at the Paris Paralympics

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What to watch at Olympics today: Women’s soccer, men’s hoops — and 37 other gold medal events
4 months, 1 week ago

What to watch at Olympics today: Women’s soccer, men’s hoops — and 37 other gold medal events

New York Times  

The penultimate day of the Paris Olympics provides a plethora of options. ET, 5 p.m. in Paris TV: NBC, Telemundo and Peacock What to watch: For the first time since 2012, the U.S. women’s national team is back in the Olympic gold-medal match. Mallory Swanson, Sophia Smith & Trinity Rodman from @teamusa @USWNT have announced they have a name for …

2024 Paris Olympics: How to watch every event and the opening ceremony
5 months ago

2024 Paris Olympics: How to watch every event and the opening ceremony

LA Times  

American sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson is among the favorites to win gold in the women’s 100 meters. He set the world’s fastest time in the 200 at the U.S. trials last month and he’ll try to become the first man since Usain Bolt to win Olympic gold in the 100 and 200. Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, women’s 400-meter hurdles — The overwhelming favorite …

Dame Sarah Storey aiming to further cement her legacy at ninth Paralympics
5 months ago

Dame Sarah Storey aiming to further cement her legacy at ninth Paralympics

The Independent  

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Dame Sarah Storey reveals how her son convinced her to target a ninth Paralympics
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Dame Sarah Storey reveals how her son convinced her to target a ninth Paralympics

The Independent  

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One year before Paralympics, Paris trying to make city more accessible to those with disabilities
1 year, 3 months ago

One year before Paralympics, Paris trying to make city more accessible to those with disabilities

The Hindu  

With one year to go before Paris hosts the Paralympic Games for the first time, the French capital is faced with a significant challenge: the accessibility of its public transit. And both the Games’ organisers and wheelchair users such as tennis gold medallist Michael Jeremiasz see the Paris Paralympics as an opportunity to bring about durable change. Afterwards, life and …

One year before Paralympics, Paris trying to make city more accessible to those with disabilities
1 year, 3 months ago

One year before Paralympics, Paris trying to make city more accessible to those with disabilities

Associated Press  

PARIS — With one year to go before Paris hosts the Paralympic Games for the first time, the French capital is faced with a significant challenge: The accessibility of its public transit. And both the Games’ organizers and wheelchair users such as tennis gold medalist Michael Jeremiasz see the Paris Paralympics as an opportunity to bring about durable change. Afterwards, …

2024 Paralympics in Paris won't open in stadium
2 years, 2 months ago

2024 Paralympics in Paris won't open in stadium

Firstpost  

Paris organisers on Thursday announced their opening ceremony plans for the Paralympics, an event with 4,400 athletes that will follow the first post-COVID-19 pandemic Olympics in less than two years. The attention-grabber is the venue itself: In a first, the Paralympic opening show will be freed from a traditional stadium setting and instead be held in the open in the …

Attention turns to Paris after Tokyo stages Paralympics like no other
3 years, 3 months ago

Attention turns to Paris after Tokyo stages Paralympics like no other

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