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Paralympics Paris 2024

The Paralympic Games are the most prestigious multisport gathering for athletes with disabilities. Held every four years, this edition of the Paralympics is being hosted by Paris from August 28 to September 8, 2024.

A woman born without arms shoots an arrow at a target with her feet — Image: Jens Büttner/dpa/picture alliance

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Paris 2024 — memorable Paralympics moments

Each day of competition has produced extraordinary moments and unique images.

Paralympic triathlons delayed over Seine water quality

Eleven para-triathlon races were to take place but were postponed after heavy rain spiked pollution levels in the river.

Paralympics: How athletes earn a living

Most Paralympic athletes can't make a living off their sports. But there is a large support system.

Paris Paralympics kick off with dazzling opening ceremony

The 2024 Paralympics opened in Paris with a ceremony with performances that delivered a powerful message of inclusivity.

The 2024 Paralympic Games: What you need to know

DW gives you the lowdown on the second prestigious sporting event the French capital is hosting this summer.

2024 Paralympic Games open in Paris

More than 4,000 disabled athletes from 168 delegations will be vying for the medals in 11 days of competition.

Paris gears up for 2024 Paralympics

The Paralympics are set to kick off. Paris has made great efforts to provide more accessibility than ever before.

Paralympics: Niko Kappel out to add to his medal collection

Success in the career of two-time Paralympic medalist Niko Kappel is measured in centimeters. At the Paralympics in Pari

Paralympics: Transgender sprinter set to draw attention

An Italian transgender sprinter will likely be at the center of a storm at the Paralympics. But she says she is ready.

The first Olympic and Paralympic brothers

One brother is competing at the Olympics in Paris, the other at the Paralympics. Both swimmers share the same goals.

How to beat the post-Olympic blues

After a major sports tournament or Olympic Games, many athletes report feeling listless or depressed.

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