The 2024 Summer Paralympics: An In-Depth Preview
About the 2024 Summer Paralympics
What are the Paralympic Games?
The Paralympic Games are an international multi-sport event for athletes with disabilities.
They are held every four years following the Summer Olympic Games, and feature sports such as archery, athletics, cycling, and swimming.
When and where are the 2024 Summer Paralympics?
The 2024 Summer Paralympics will be held in Paris, France, from August 28 to September 8, 2024.
History of the Paralympic Games
The first Paralympic Games were held in Rome, Italy, in 1960.
They were originally known as the International Games for the Disabled, and featured 400 athletes from 23 countries.
The Games have grown significantly since then, and now feature over 4,000 athletes from over 160 countries.
Sports at the 2024 Summer Paralympics
The 2024 Summer Paralympics will feature 22 sports:
- Archery
- Athletics
- Badminton
- Boccia
- Cycling
- Equestrian
- Football 5-a-side
- Football 7-a-side
- Goalball
- Judo
- Paracanoe
- Paratriathlon
- Powerlifting
- Rowing
- Rugby
- Sailing
- Shooting
- Sitting volleyball
- Swimming
- Table tennis
- Taekwondo
- Volleyball
Venues for the 2024 Summer Paralympics
The 2024 Summer Paralympics will be held at a variety of venues across Paris and its suburbs.
Some of the most notable venues include the Stade de France, the AccorHotels Arena, and the Palais des Sports.
How to Attend the 2024 Summer Paralympics
Tickets for the 2024 Summer Paralympics will go on sale in 2023.
Prices will vary depending on the event and the seat location.
The Paralympic Legacy
The Paralympic Games have a significant impact on the world.
They challenge stereotypes about disability, and inspire people with disabilities to achieve their full potential.
The Games also promote inclusion and diversity, and help to create a more accessible and equitable society for all.
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