The Paralympics fails to live up to Paris’ gender-equal games standards
4 months ago

The Paralympics fails to live up to Paris’ gender-equal games standards

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “Of the more than 4,461 athletes competing at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, 1,983 are women, twice as many as at Sydney 2000 and more than the 1,846 female athletes at Tokyo. open image in gallery There is no women’s blind football in the Paralympic Games One of the most glaring examples is blind football, where there is an entire men’s 8-a-side competition, but there is not a women’s medal competition. In England, the Football Association have run a men’s blind football team almost all the way back to its first inclusion in the Games back in 2004, with a women’s team established in 2022. “We’re holding our breath still about whether the women’s game will be in LA28, there’s a lot of rumour that potentially the women’s blind game will come on board then and potentially IBSA will make sure that we’ve got enough teams on a competitive level to be able to push that bid forward.” The FA was expecting a decision to be made about women’s blind football’s possible inclusion in LA28 in January this year, but have not heard anything else.

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Touching moments at the 2024 Paralympics
4 months ago

Touching moments at the 2024 Paralympics

China Daily  

Xinhua Updated: 2024-09-10 Large | Medium | Small PARIS -- As the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games concluded on Sunday night, the world was left with unforgettable moments that will be cherished for years to come. Jin Hua of China poses with his new record after the men's 800m T54 Final of Para Athletics at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games in …

Paris Paralympics 2024: Top heartwarming moments at the Para Games
4 months 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 …

Paris Paralympics 2024: Full list of world records broken
4 months ago

Paris Paralympics 2024: Full list of world records broken

The Hindu  

The 17th edition of the Paralympic Games was held in Paris from August 28 to September 8. In the 11 days of the quadrennial event in the French capital, close to 100 new world records across archery, athletics, swimming, track cycling, rowing and powerlifting were set. Following is the list of world records broken at the 2024 Summer Paralympic Games:- …

Paris 2024 Paralympics close to begin new era of inclusion
4 months ago

Paris 2024 Paralympics close to begin new era of inclusion

China Daily  

China's flag bearers Jiang Yuyan and Di Dongdong during the closing ceremony of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games Sept 8, 2024. PARIS - Amid a festive atmosphere of lights and music, the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games came to a close on Sunday evening, honoring the para athletes who amazed audiences with their remarkable performances over the past 11 days. During …

Paris 2024 Paralympics close to begin new era of inclusion
4 months ago

Paris 2024 Paralympics close to begin new era of inclusion

China Daily  

Xinhua Updated: 2024-09-09 Large | Medium | Small China's flag bearers Jiang Yuyan and Di Dongdong during the closing ceremony of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games Sept 8, 2024. PARIS - Amid a festive atmosphere of lights and music, the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games came to a close on Sunday evening, honoring the para athletes who amazed audiences with their …

Paris 2024 Paralympics close to begin new era of inclusion
4 months ago

Paris 2024 Paralympics close to begin new era of inclusion

China Daily  

China's flag bearers Jiang Yuyan and Di Dongdong during the closing ceremony of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games Sept 8, 2024. PARIS - Amid a festive atmosphere of lights and music, the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games came to a close on Sunday evening, honoring the para athletes who amazed audiences with their remarkable performances over the past 11 days. During …

A glimpse of remarkable moments at Paris Paralympics
4 months ago

A glimpse of remarkable moments at Paris Paralympics

China Daily  

Updated: 2024-09-09 Large | Medium | Small A balloon carrying the lit Paralympic cauldron is seen during the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris, France, Aug. 28, 2024. APPLAUSE FOR ATHLETES DEFYING AGE Hiroshi Murayama at the medal ceremony for the badminton men's doubles WH1-WH2 category at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris, France, Sept. …

Paris sets ‘new benchmark’ for Para sport as Games end on a high
4 months ago

Paris sets ‘new benchmark’ for Para sport as Games end on a high

The Independent  

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Paris Paralympics 2024 Day 11 Highlights: India's Campaign Comes to an End as Pooja Ojha Eliminated in Kayak Semifinals
4 months ago

Paris Paralympics 2024 Day 11 Highlights: India's Campaign Comes to an End as Pooja Ojha Eliminated in Kayak Semifinals

News 18  

India at Paris Paralympics 2024 Highlights: The ongoing Paralympics Games will conclude on Sunday following a Closing Ceremony Parade in Paris. Earlier, on Saturday, India’s para-cyclists Arshad Shaik and Jyoti Gaderiya wrapped up their Paris Paralympics journey without any medals, finishing the men’s and women’s road race C1-3 events a lap behind the leaders on Saturday. India’s campaign in the …

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
4 months 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 …

Paris 2024 Paralympics, Day 9: Indians in action today — September 6 schedule, full list of events, venues, timings in IST, live streaming info
4 months ago

Paris 2024 Paralympics, Day 9: Indians in action today — September 6 schedule, full list of events, venues, timings in IST, live streaming info

The Hindu  

The 17th edition of the Summer Paralympics began in Paris on August 28 and will conclude on September 8. The Paris Paralympics feature 549 events across 22 sports. On the ninth day, Indian athletes will be in action in para canoe, para athletics and para powerlifting. INDIANS IN ACTION - SEPTEMBER 6 13:30 onwards - Para Canoe - Men’s Kayak …

2024 Paralympics schedule Sept. 3: Fencers and equestrians make competition debut
4 months, 1 week 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 …

Paris 2024 Paralympics, Day 6: Indians in action today — September 3 schedule, full list of events, venues, timings in IST, live streaming info
4 months, 1 week ago

Paris 2024 Paralympics, Day 6: Indians in action today — September 3 schedule, full list of events, venues, timings in IST, live streaming info

The Hindu  

The 17th edition of the Summer Paralympics began in Paris on Thursday and will conclude on September 8. The Paris Paralympics feature 549 events across 22 sports. On the sixth day, Indian athletes will be in action in para archery, para shooting and para athletics. INDIANS IN ACTION - SEPTEMBER 3 13:00 - Para Shooting - R8 - Women’s 50m …

2024 Paralympics schedule Sept. 2: Archers, swimmers and boccia players going for gold
4 months, 1 week 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 …

Paris Paralympics 2024: Complete list of world records broken
4 months, 1 week ago

Paris Paralympics 2024: Complete list of world records broken

The Hindu  

The Paris Paralympics 2024 began on August 29 and will end on September 8. In the first four days of the quadrennial event, close to 40 world records across multiple sports have been broken. In para track cycling alone, 15 new world record timings have been set. Following is the list of world records broken so far at the 2024 …

Paris 2024 Paralympics schedule and day-by-day events
4 months, 1 week ago

Paris 2024 Paralympics schedule and day-by-day events

The Independent  

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Paris 2024 Paralympics Day 3, LIVE Medals Table: India slips to 22th, China leads with 20 golds
4 months, 1 week 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
4 months, 1 week 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 …

Paris Paralympics 2024: Who is Women's 100m T35 Bronze Medallist Preethi Pal
4 months, 1 week ago

Paris Paralympics 2024: Who is Women's 100m T35 Bronze Medallist Preethi Pal

News 18  

Preethi clinched the bronze medal in the women’s 100m T35 event at the ongoing Paris Paralympics 2024 on Friday. With Fatima’s support, Preethi competed in the State Para Athletics Championships in 2018 and then competed in numerous national events. Name: Preethi Pal Date of Birth: 22nd September 2000 Home: Muzaffarnagar, U.P Discipline: Para Athletics Event: Women’s T35 100m & 200m …

At Paralympics, women are blazing trails in male-dominated and roughest of sports, wheelchair rugby
4 months, 1 week ago

At Paralympics, women are blazing trails in male-dominated and roughest of sports, wheelchair rugby

Hindustan Times  

PARIS — When told by the stadium announcer that they were witnessing history, the Paris spectators roared and applauded. At Paralympics, women are blazing trails in male-dominated and roughest of sports, wheelchair rugby Adam is blazing trails in France's capital as the first American woman to compete in the most rough-and-tumble of the 22 sports at the Paralympics — wheelchair …

At Paralympics, women are blazing trails in male-dominated and roughest of sports, wheelchair rugby
4 months, 1 week ago

At Paralympics, women are blazing trails in male-dominated and roughest of sports, wheelchair rugby

Associated Press  

PARIS — When told by the stadium announcer that they were witnessing history, the Paris spectators roared and applauded. Adam is blazing trails in France’s capital as the first American woman to compete in the most rough-and-tumble of the 22 sports at the Paralympics — wheelchair rugby. “It’s going too slowly,” said Ella Sabljak, who scored one try in her …

OMEGA provides innovation to aid Paris 2024 Paralympic Games
4 months, 1 week 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
4 months, 1 week 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 …

Paralympians primed for success at Paris Games
4 months, 1 week ago

Paralympians primed for success at Paris Games

China Daily  

Zhang Jiabin, a member of China's visually impaired soccer team, prepares for the Paris Paralympic Games during a training session at the stadium near the Eiffel Tower in Paris on Aug 27, 2024. PENG PENG/ZHEJIANG DAILY Yu Yutan, a member of China's visually impaired soccer team, expressed his eagerness to enjoy the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games as he familiarized himself …

Paris Paralympics 2024 open in blaze of hope and inclusivity
4 months, 1 week ago

Paris Paralympics 2024 open in blaze of hope and inclusivity

The Hindu  

The 2024 Paralympics opened in Paris on Wednesday in a colourful and hope-filled ceremony, starting 11 days of competition in a city still riding the wave of the successful Olympics. French President Emmanuel Macron declared the Games open during a ceremony in a balmy Place de la Concorde in central Paris — the first time a Paralympic opening ceremony has …

Paris Paralympics 2024 Opening Ceremony: Full list of flagbearers
4 months, 1 week ago

Paris Paralympics 2024 Opening Ceremony: Full list of flagbearers

The Hindu  

The 17th edition of the Summer Paralympics began in Paris with the Opening Ceremony on Wednesday. The Paris Games will feature 549 events across 22 sports and conclude on September 8. Paris 2024 Paralympics Opening Ceremony LIVE UPDATES Here is the complete list of country-wise flagbearers for the opening ceremony: Afghanistan - Ebrahim Danishi South Africa - Mpumelelo Mhlongo, Kat …

7 Things to Know About the 2024 Paris Paralympics
4 months, 1 week ago

7 Things to Know About the 2024 Paris Paralympics

Wired  

Paris is ready to transform from an Olympic city to the center of the 2024 Paralympics. The French capital, following the success of the Games in early August, is ready to welcome Paralympic athletes for the 17th edition of the event, which is dedicated to athletes with disabilities. Below is everything you need to know about the 2024 Paris Paralympics, …

Paralympics 2024: When, who and how to watch the Paris games
4 months, 2 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 …

Paris will host the Paralympic Games over the next week and a half
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Paris will host the Paralympic Games over the next week and a half

NPR  

Paris will host the Paralympic Games over the next week and a half The Paralympics that start Wednesday in Paris feature more than 4,000 athletes from 160 countries, in competitions such as blind soccer, para swimming, sitting volleyball and wheelchair basketball. MICHEL MARTIN, HOST: Over the next week and a half, about 4,400 athletes will compete in nearly 200 events …

Paris Paralympics 2024: India’s most successful Paralympian
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Paris Paralympics 2024: India’s most successful Paralympian

The Hindu  

With the Paris Paralympics set to begin from August 28, India will send its largest contingent of 84 members to the French capital. The Paralympic Committee of India’s President Devendra Jhajharia has the most medals by an Indian in the Paralympics with two gold and one silver. READ | Paris 2024: Full list of Indian athletes at the Paralympic Games …

The Paralympic Games are starting. Here’s what to expect as 4,400 athletes compete in Paris
4 months, 2 weeks ago

The Paralympic Games are starting. Here’s what to expect as 4,400 athletes compete in Paris

Associated Press  

PARIS — Let the games begin again. The Paralympic Games are set to open Wednesday as some 4,400 athletes with disabilities, permanent injuries or impairments prepare to compete for 549 medals across 22 sports over 11 days in Paris. ”The symbolism behind this is like the city of Paris is giving our athletes a gigantic hug.” Equestrian returns to Château …

India's Complete Schedule At Paralympic Games Paris 2024
4 months, 2 weeks ago

India's Complete Schedule At Paralympic Games Paris 2024

ABP News  

India Schedule Paralympic Games Paris 2024: India has sent a record 84 athletes to 2024 Paralympics in Paris, marking the largest Indian contingent in Paralympic history. In the Paris 2024 Paralympics, Indian athletes will compete across 12 sports. Complete Schedule of Indian Athletes at Paris 2024 Paralympics 29th August 2024 Para Archery: Men’s Individual Recurve Open, Women’s Individual Recurve Open, …

Transgender Woman In Paralympics Gets Pushback From Previous Competitors
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Transgender Woman In Paralympics Gets Pushback From Previous Competitors

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING BOLOGNA, Italy — Valentina Petrillo fell in love with athletics as a 7-year-old while watching Italian sprinter Pietro Mennea win gold in the 200 meters at the 1980 Moscow Olympics. “I got to 50 before it came true … we all have the right to a second choice of life, a second chance.” Valentina Petrillo ocelebrates after …

Paris takes centre stage once again as start of Paralympic Games closes in
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Paris takes centre stage once again as start of Paralympic Games closes in

The Independent  

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Great Britain taking team of 215 to compete at the Paris Paralympics
4 months, 3 weeks ago

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

The Independent  

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516-member Paralympic team formed
4 months, 3 weeks ago

516-member Paralympic team formed

China Daily  

China Daily Updated: 2024-08-17 Large | Medium | Small This photo taken on Aug 16, 2024 shows a general view at the inaugural meeting of the Chinese delegation for Paris 2024 Paralympic Games in Beijing, capital of China. China's delegation for the upcoming Paris Paralympics, marking its 11th appearance at the Summer Paralympic Games, includes 126 male and 158 female …

Who Are India's Flagbearers For Paris Paralympics 2024?
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Who Are India's Flagbearers For Paris Paralympics 2024?

ABP News  

With the Paris Olympics 2024 drawing to a close on August 11, sports lovers are now looking forward to the Paris Paralympics 2024. While India sent a 117-member contingent for the Olympic Games, India will be sending a record 84-member contingent for the Paris Paralympics 2024 which happens to be their largest-ever Paralympics contingent to date. READ HERE | Paris …

Paris Paralympics 2024: PCI Confirm List Of 84 Contingents For Mega Event; Break THIS Record
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Paris Paralympics 2024: PCI Confirm List Of 84 Contingents For Mega Event; Break THIS Record

ABP News  

Paris Paralympics 2024: The Paralympic Committee of India have announced the 84-member list of Indian athletes, who are all set to travel to France to compete at the Paris Paralympics 2024. 🇮🇳 At a press conference held in Jaipur yesterday, the Paralympic Committee of India announced that 84 athletes will be competing across 12 sports, ready to make history at …

‘Equal at the Olympics’: Paris Games lauded for launching women’s sports into long-awaited era of equality
5 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Equal at the Olympics’: Paris Games lauded for launching women’s sports into long-awaited era of equality

The Independent  

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Paris Olympic competition nears total gender parity. Take a look at the athlete gender breakdown
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Paris Olympic competition nears total gender parity. Take a look at the athlete gender breakdown

Associated Press  

GENEVA — The founder of the modern Olympics and former IOC president, Pierre de Coubertin, once said women competing in the Games would be “impractical, uninteresting, unaesthetic and improper.” Over a century later, the 2024 Paris Olympic Games are targeting gender parity in the same city where women made their Olympic debut in 1900. One week before the opening ceremony, …

Paris Olympics 2024: Team USA sending more women than men for the fourth consecutive Summer Olympics
6 months ago

Paris Olympics 2024: Team USA sending more women than men for the fourth consecutive Summer Olympics

The Hindu  

For the fourth consecutive Summer Olympics, Team USA will be sending a roster featuring more women than men. There are 66 Olympic champions who've earned a combined 110 gold medals and three five-time Olympians, including basketball standout Diana Taurasi along with equestrians Steffen Peters and McLain Ward. Decorated medalists Swimmer Katie Ledecky leads Team USA with 10 Olympic medals, including …

How many male and female athletes will take part in Paris Olympics 2024?
6 months ago

How many male and female athletes will take part in Paris Olympics 2024?

Firstpost  

The International Olympic Committee has been working towards a goal of equal representation for several years. Reuters The Paris Olympics 2024 is set to make history as the first Olympic Games to achieve full gender parity in athlete participation. The International Olympic Committee has been working towards this goal for several years, and Paris 2024 will mark a significant milestone …

Paralympics: More than 160 countries to broadcast Paris 2024
10 months, 1 week ago

Paralympics: More than 160 countries to broadcast Paris 2024

The Hindu  

More than 160 countries have committed to broadcasting the Paris 2024 Paralympics as interest in the event continues to grow, organisers said on Wednesday. “Paris 2024 will make history as the first Paralympic Games to offer some live coverage from each of the 22 sports. At Tokyo 2020, 19 sports were broadcast, and at the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games 15 …

'I Want To Prepare For the Paris Paralympics In My City Sonipat': WR Para Javelin Thrower Sumit Antil
1 year, 1 month ago

'I Want To Prepare For the Paris Paralympics In My City Sonipat': WR Para Javelin Thrower Sumit Antil

News 18  

World record holder para javelin thrower Sumit Antil on Sunday said that he wants to prepare for next year’s Paris Paralympic Games at his home city Sonipat and not abroad. Antil, who won gold medal in Tokyo Paralympics in F64 category, holds the current world record, having thrown 73.29m at the recent Hangzhou Asian Para Games. “The Para Asian Games …

One year before Paralympics, Paris trying to make city more accessible to those with disabilities
1 year, 4 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, 4 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, …

World Para Athletics Championship 2023: All you need to know about events, categories and Indians in action
1 year, 6 months ago

World Para Athletics Championship 2023: All you need to know about events, categories and Indians in action

The Hindu  

The World Para Athletics Championships 2023 are set to commence from July 9 at the Charlety Stadium in Paris, France. The programme features 171 medal events - 93 in the men’s category, 77 in the women’s category and 1 in the mixed category. Here is the full list of events and the categories: Men’s 100m - T11, T12, T13, T34, …

Paris 2024 Paralympic Games Event Calendar Announced
1 year, 11 months ago

Paris 2024 Paralympic Games Event Calendar Announced

News 18  

Paris 2024 organisers announced the event calendar for the Paralympic games on Wednesday. France will host the event for the first ever time in the nation’s history, which includes 22 sports and 549 events. Medals in three events will be on offer on the very first day as para Taekwondo, para-swimming and para-cycling athletes can aspire for a podium finish …

Tokyo Paralympics 2021 schedule: dates, times and key events to watch out for
3 years, 4 months ago

Tokyo Paralympics 2021 schedule: dates, times and key events to watch out for

The Telegraph  

Picking what to watch at the Paralympics can be a daunting task - there are 146 medal events just in the swimming pool, for example - so we've selected the key highlights for each day. From David Weir's return from retirement, to Dame Sarah Storey's quest to cement her legacy, plus the sports making their debuts and the rising starts …

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