Get set for the Paris 2024 Paralympics – where para-athletes will shine, and the performances will blow your mind! Here's everything you need to know!
The excitement is building as the Paralympic Games gear up to take center stage in Paris this August. From August 28 to September 8, 2024, more than 4,400 athletes from around the globe will compete in 22 different sports across 18 venues. Attendees can expect a vibrant opening ceremony on the 28th, showcasing not just the athletic brilliance of the participants but also the spirit of inclusivity and determination that the Paralympics epitomizes. If you thought the Olympics were a blast, just wait until you experience the sheer tenacity and talent of these incredible para-athletes!
Channel 4 and Snapchat are joining forces to make the Tokyo Games even more interactive with the launch of an exciting augmented reality (AR) feature. This innovative tool will enrich the viewing experience, helping fans connect with the athletes and the events like never before. You’ll feel as if you are right in the heart of the action! Whether you are fascinated by the incredible speed of racing or the awe-inspiring dexterity in team sports, there will be something for everyone. But don’t worry, if coordinating your snack breaks during intense competitions sounds daunting, just remember it's all about supporting your fav athletes and having a blast!
Fans in New Zealand can look forward to rolling out the red carpet for their local champions. With an impressive roster of 158 athletes from Australia, including icons like Madison de Rozario, this year promises to be a brilliant display of athleticism and achievement. The solidarity of nations at the Paralympic Games is unique, bringing together participants with disabilities to demonstrate strength, skill, and an inspiring will to triumph!
As you prepare for the excitement, remember that the Tokyo Paralympics will also celebrate decades of history—from its inception in Rome in 1960 to now, marking Paris as the 17th host city. Fun fact: Did you know that the Paralympics not only aim to showcase athletic skills but also push for broader social change, advocating for inclusion and accessibility worldwide? So, buckle up for a grand event full of thrill, and be inspired by the extraordinary stories that will unfold on the world stage!
Helene Raynsford, PLY, and Gregor Ewan hold up the flames during the Paralympic Flame Lighting Ceremony at Stoke Mandeville Stadium in Aylesbury, England. John ...
Channel 4 and Snapchat will launch a new augmented reality (AR) feature on Channel 4's Snapchat profile for the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games.
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Around 4400 athletes from 180 countries are taking part across two weeks, 22 sports, and 18 venues, ending with the closing ceremony on 8 September.
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The 2024 Paralympic Games will kick off with their opening ceremony on Aug. 28, followed by 11 days of competition across more than 500 events.
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General signage sits at the Eiffel Tower ahead of the Paris 2024 Paralympics in Paris, France. Alex Slitz/Getty Images. The Paralympic ...
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Police officers gather in a street near the Eiffel Tower on the eve of the Paralympic Games opening ceremony, Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2024 in Paris. Olympics. Paris ...
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