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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

Olympic champions Remco Evenepoel and Tom Pidcock set to battle at Tour of Britain

Evenepoel secured time trial and road race gold medals at Paris 2024 and is part of a strong Soudal-QuickStep squad for the Tour of Britain that also includes Julian Alaphilippe

The Independent UK

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

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Paris to inaugurate Paralympic Games with 'never seen before' opening ceremony in city's heart

Just weeks after hosting the Olympics, the summer of sports in Paris begins its final chapter with the opening ceremony of the Paralympic Games

The Independent UK

'Closure' for victims as serial rapist swim coach named

Former champion swimming coach Richard "Dick" Caine raped and sexually assaulted young athletes over several years, leaving lasting scars on his many victims.

AAP

Trophies on wheels: a look at the uniquely painted bikes gifted to the 2024 Olympic champions

Remco Evenepoel, Kristen Faulkner and Grace Brown received bikes that shine as brightly as the golden medals themselves

Cycling Weekly

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.

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Joel Embiid Recording Bryce Harper's Phillies Walk-Off Was Peak Sports Fan Moment

Fresh off of winning his first Olympic gold medal in Paris with the men's basketball team, Philadelphia 76ers star center Joel Embiid decided to take in a baseb

Sports Illustrated

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

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

The Independent UK

Olympic sevens coach seeks return to 15-a-side rugby

John Manenti says he's eyeing a future role in Super Rugby after leaving his position as Australia's men's sevens coach following his third Olympics.

AAP

Paris Paralympics To Showcase Disability Sport In City Of Light

The Paris Paralympics begin on Wednesday with a spectacular opening ceremony in a city still on a high after the highly successful Olympics.

International Business Times

What challenges do Paralympic athletes face compared to their Olympic peers?

Over the past few weeks, billions of eyes have been glued to the Paris Olympic Games.

The Conversation

US Open 2024: Olympic gold medalist Zheng rallies to win her first-round match

Zheng Qinwen, the Olympic gold medalist in women’s tennis, has rallied to stay in the U.S. Open with a 4-6, 6-4, 6-2 victory over Amanda Anisimova

The Independent UK

The Breakdancing Break: How Israel Missed The Paris Olympic Spotlight ‌

Insights from Israeli breaking champion Yakov Krawec shed light on the challenges and prospects of the dancers in Israel.‌ ‌

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Who are the French athletes competing in the Paris Paralympic Games?

France has high hopes for its athletes competing in the Paris Paralympic Games following its strong showing during the Olympics. The goal is for the 236 para athletes to come in eighth in national rankings, with at least 20 gold medals.

International Business Times

Olympic Champion Ko Ends Eight-year Major Drought With Women's British Open Win

Lydia Ko said she had enjoyed a "Cinderella" story after ending an eight-year wait for a major title by winning the Women's British Open at St. Andrews on Sunday, just a fortnight after her Olympic gold medal triumph in Paris.

The Independent UK

Lydia Ko wins third major with Open triumph at wild St Andrews as Nelly Korda fades

New Zealander adds the Open to her Olympic gold medal won in Paris earlier this month

Sports Illustrated

Lydia Ko, Two Weeks After Olympic Gold, Wins AIG Women’s British Open

The New Zealander added to her LPGA Hall of Fame resume with a win at St. Andrews.

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The Guardian - UK

Lydia Ko wins all-star battle and adds Women’s Open to Olympic gold medal

Lydia Ko shot a final-round 69 on the Old Course at St Andrews to finish seven-under par and add the Women’s Open to her Olympic gold medal

The Independent UK

Lydia Ko adds Women’s Open title to Olympic gold with victory at St Andrews

Ko had recorded 11 top-10 finishes at majors since her last win at the Chevron Championship eight years ago.

Evening Standard

Olympic swimmer Rebecca Adlington reveals heartbreak following death of her stillborn daughter

The swimmer spoke out about the loss of her daughter last year

Sports Illustrated

Rebecca Lobo’s MVP Claim About Caitlin Clark Resurfaces Amid Rookie’s Special Season

Clark has been on a tear since the Olympic break.

AAP

Bell tolls final time for Aussie sevens skipper Malouf

Australian men's rugby sevens skipper and three-time Olympian Nick Malouf has made the Olympic Games in Paris his swansong.

Pedestrian.tv

J.K. Rowling Has Broken Her 2 Week Silence After Lawsuit By Coming For Imane Khelif Once Again

J.K. Rowling has resurfaced after a two-week silence, targeting Olympic boxer Imane Khelif with transphobic remarks amid ongoing controversy.

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Olympic Soccer Star's Gold Medal Breaks During Post-Game Celebration

Learn about soccer player Lynn Williams' mishap with her Olympic gold medal ribbon and her positive outlook on the situation. Team USA's victory and Mallor...

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