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As Team USA’s Rising Star, Sarah Adam Makes Paralympics History in Wheelchair Rugby

In her debut at the Summer Games, the Naperville native dominated, showing why she's ready to take the co-ed sport by storm.

Sports Illustrated

This athlete lost the use of her legs 7 years ago. Resilience got her to the Paralympics

Emi Perry struggled to accept her new identity as a para athlete, but resilience kept her in the sport until she reached Paralympic status.

Fortune

“How Dare I Miss A Train”: Paralympian Faces Cruel Backlash After Train Incident

"the lack of empathy is frightening" The post “How Dare I Miss A Train”: Paralympian Faces Cruel Backlash After Train Incident first appeared on Bored Panda.

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Jurgen Klopp urges broadcasters to show more of ‘wonderful’ Paralympics

Former Liverpool boss Klopp watched his friend Wojtek Czyz compete in the badminton in Paris.

The Independent UK

GB win first Paralympic silver medals through Daphne Schrager and Stephen Bate after Kadeena Cox crashes out in her final

China and Netherlands win first medals of Paralympics in Paris

Cycling Weekly

‘The most inspiring story I’ve ever heard’: Klopp cheers on friend Czyz at Paralympics

Wojtek Czyz was soundly beaten in the SL3 badminton but Jürgen Klopp, his long-time friend, was on hand to offer support

The Guardian - UK

Paralympics ‘have a special place in our hearts’, Australia’s governor-general tells FRANCE 24

Australian athletes enjoyed a hugely successful Olympics in Paris, winning a total of 52 medals and 17 golds – a feat the sports-loving nation is looking to replicate as the Paralympics get under way this week. FRANCE 24 speaks to Sam Mostyn, Australia’s governor-general, about the significance of the Games…

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David Weir ready to take down ‘phenomenal’ Paralympics rival thanks to mystery benefactor

The 45-year-old believes he can compete now with long-time rival Marcel Hug in Paris

The Independent UK

Neil Fachie: I'm aiming for gold, but I also want to enjoy my fifth Paralympics

Paris 2024 will be Neil Fachie's fifth Paralympics and while he's fully focused on winning gold in the velodrome, he also wants to enjoy what might…

The National (Scotland)

How is the Paralympics classification done

At the Paralympics, classifications are a way for organisers to group like-with-like athletes, so people of roughly equivalent levels of impairment - or roughly equal functional ability - can compete together fairly.

The Times of India

Paralympics Medal Tally: How Many Medals Does Australia Have After Day Nine Of Paris 2024?

Up the green and gold!!!!

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Palestine's only Paralympian out to honour late brother

Fadi Deeb stands alone as Palestine's only athlete competing at the Paralympics.

AAP

Athletes parade through Paris in spectacular Paralympics opening ceremony

An hours-long opening ceremony for the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games lit up the French capital on Wednesday as athletes paraded along the iconic Champs-Elysées to Place de la Concorde. The first of 11 days of sporting action begins on Thursday.

France 24

Astronaut Carrying Flag At Paralympics Sends 'Powerful Message'

When John McFall, the world's first parastronaut, carried the Paralympic flag at the opening ceremony of the Games in Paris Wednesday, he knew he was sending a "powerful message".

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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.

The Guardian - UK

Kadeena Cox fired up to rectify bittersweet feeling in Paris

ParalympicsGB’s defending champion in C4-5 500m time trial in the velodrome still rues her near miss in Tokyo

International Business Times

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.

The Guardian - UK

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Prince William and Princess Kate Share Hopeful Message in Honor of the 2024 Paralympics

“Looking forward to another few weeks of incredible sport.”

Salon

6 things to know about the Paralympics

Prepare to watch the Paralympics with these handy facts, from historic firsts to a unique classification system

France 24

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…

The Independent UK

Jurgen Klopp to cheer against Great Britain on opening day of Paris Paralympics

The former Liverpool boss will watch from the stands as long-time friend Wojtek Czyz faces Britain’s Daniel Bethell in Thursday’s badminton session.

France 24

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.

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Paris Paralympics Kick Off With Spectacular Opening Ceremony

Get ready for the Paris Paralympic Games with 4,000 athletes competing in 22 sports. Witness the grand opening ceremony on Champs-Elysées showcasing Paraly...

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Astronaut John McFall explains how the Paralympic Games shaped his space career (exclusive)

John McFall, a reserve astronaut with the European Space Agency, says he is 'not a great competitor.' But he transformed his Paralympics race in 2008 into a career-boosting moment.

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