The 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris promises to be a spectacular event, showcasing the incredible talents of over 4,400 athletes from around the world.
After the challenges faced by the Tokyo 2020 Games due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Paris is ready to deliver an unforgettable experience that will rival even the iconic London 2012 Paralympics.
The opening ceremony on August 28th will take place at the iconic Place de la Concorde, setting the stage for 12 days of thrilling competition across 22 sports and 549 medal events. Nearly two million tickets have been sold, with about 500,000 still available, and the Games will feature a record number of delegations and female athletes.
Great Britain will be represented by 215 athletes across 19 sports, including legends like Sarah Storey, aiming for her 19th Paralympic gold, and rising stars like 13-year-old swimmer Iona Winnifrith. Other global stars to watch include Brazil’s Petrucio Ferreira, the world’s fastest Paralympian, and Germany’s Markus Rehm, the “Blade Jumper” going for his fourth long jump title.
The Paris 2024 Paralympics will also make history with the participation of Valentina Petrillo, who will become the first openly transgender athlete to compete at the Games, representing Italy in the women’s T12 classification for athletes with visual impairments.
The Paralympic Refugee Team will also feature eight athletes, including Zakia Khudadadi from Afghanistan, who will compete in Para-taekwondo.
As International Paralympic Committee president Andrew Parsons said, “These will be the most spectacular Paralympic Games ever.” With iconic venues, record participation, and a celebration of inclusion and the human spirit, Paris 2024 is set to deliver an unforgettable experience that will inspire people around the world.
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