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Maggie Coles-Lyster remains on top tier through 2026 at Human Powered Health

Canadian track and road rider to boost sprint power in stage racing and Classics for Women's WorldTour team

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Why sport must be (re)imagined in ways that make it more accessible for all disabled athletes

The increased media coverage of the Paralympic Games makes Paralympic sport seem “inclusive.” But, the continued reliance on segregated sport and narrowly defined classification categories suggests ableism remains. For example, some intellectually and cognitively disabled athletes are excluded. This implies that elite competition and inclusive sport may be incompatible.

The Conversation

Classifications, history and Australian hopes: what to expect at the Paris Paralympics

Paris is about to host its first Paralympics. Similar to the Olympics last month, Australia is bringing a strong team with many medal hopefuls.

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The Paris Paralympics Open In City Of Light

The opening ceremony of the Paris Paralympics got underway on Wednesday in the centre of the French capital, firing the starting gun on 11 days of intense competition.

International Business Times

Paris 2024 Paralympics opening ceremony: Games get under way – as it happened

Join us as thousands of athletes take part in a parade through the French capital’s iconic landmarks

The Guardian - UK

SNP MSP intervenes after Tory's 'dog whistle' motion on female sport

AN SNP MSP has argued the achievements of boxers Imane Khelif and Lin Yu-ting in winning a gold medals at Paris 2024 should be celebrated by the…

The National (Scotland)

France's Macron declares 2024 Paris Paralympics open at grandiose ceremony

The opening ceremony of the 2024 Paralympics kicked off on Wednesday night with a spectacular ceremony on the famed Champs-Elysées avenue and the adjoining Place de la Concorde in central Paris. From Thursday, eleven more days of sporting action in City of Light featuring more than 4,000 athletes with a…

France 24

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Team GB at the 2028 Olympics: Stance clear on UK men's football team competing in Los Angeles

The idea has been historically unpopular among the home nations, despite an exception being made in 2012

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A guide to the 2024 Paris Paralympics: sports, venues and stars to watch

With eye-catching venues, inspiring athletes, thrilling sports and a historic curtain-raiser on the Champs-Élysées, the 2024 Paralympic Games promise to be every bit as spectacular as the recent Paris Olympics. Here’s a guide to the 11-day sporting extravaganza that opens Wednesday and runs through September 8.

France 24

Orlando Pride GM Files FIFA Grievance Over Player Injury

Orlando Pride files FIFA grievance against Zambia over player injury care. Grace Chanda's injury raises concerns about Zambia's football operations.

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Matt Porter interview: 'Darts doesn't need the Olympics... our ticket demand is like Glastonbury'

PDC chief executive sets out the future for the World Championship as Luke Littler-mania sweeps the oche

Evening Standard

Paris has a golden chance to raise the bar for the Paralympics

Movement has lost momentum since London 2012

Evening Standard

Krishan Pathak ready to fill in PR Sreejesh's shoes as Hockey India announces squad for Asian Champions Trophy

With the legendary PR Sreejesh having retired post the Paris Olympics, Krishan Bahadur Pathak has been named the main goalkeeper for the Indian men's hockey team, with Harmanpreet Singh leading an 18-member squad for the upcoming Asian Champions Trophy from September 8-17 in Hulunbuir, China.

The Times of India

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Parliament House lights up green and gold for the Paris Paralympics

The lights were on until midnight Wednesday

AAP

Olympic disappointment to fuel Matildas: Fowler

The Matildas flopped badly at the Paris Olympics, with star attacker Mary Fowler determined to use the harsh lessons learned as motivation for the Asian Cup.

The Conversation

The Paris Olympics celebrated the gender-equal games. The picture isn’t so rosy for women Paralympians

Much has been written about the success of women athletes at the 2024 Paris games, dubbed the first gender-equal Olympics with equal numbers of men and women competing.

AAP

It's bad news for Nine as profits plunge amid cost cuts

The fractured advertising market continues to hit media revenues with Nine Entertainment full-year profits falling almost a third to $134.9 million.

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Bus expansion could solve Olympic-sized commuter issue

A bold plan to expand a bus service could help solve the looming public transport problems for the Brisbane Olympics.

The Guardian - UK

‘A true fervour’: Organisers rally locals to get behind Paris 2024 Paralympics

Exhilarating sport is guaranteed even if scepticism remains about scheduling the Games at the end of Les vacances

Radio France Internationale

Paralympians head to Paris to set sporting standards and show need for change

Just days after the commemorations to mark the 80th anniversary of its liberation from German occupation during World War II, Paris city centre will be the stage for the opening ceremony of the 2024 Paralympic Games.

The Independent UK

ParalympicsGB flagbearer Lucy Shuker eager to emulate Tom Daley as LGBTQ+ beacon

The 44-year-old’s partner Amy will be among the crowds in France.

The Independent UK

The unbelievable boxing tale of Maurice ‘Termite’ Watkins: from Muhammad Ali’s undercard to Baghdad

Watkins coached the Iraq boxing team at the Athens Olympics

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Simone Biles Advocates For Justice After Teammate Stripped Of Medal

Simone Biles stands by Jordan Chiles after medal controversy at Paris 2024 Olympics, sparking calls for fairness and transparency in decision-making processes.

Radio France Internationale

Paralympics body says 88 Russians to compete as neutrals in Paris

The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) has announced that 88 Russian competitors will take part under a neutral banner at the Paris Paralympics.

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