Paralympic Games: A Global Sporting Event for Athletes with Disabilities

The Paralympic Games: A History of Inclusivity and Triumph

The Paralympic Games are an international multi-sport event for athletes with disabilities, held every four years since 1960.

The first Paralympic Games were held in Rome, Italy, in 1960, with 400 athletes from 23 countries, and have grown to become one of the world's largest sporting events, with over 4,000 athletes from over 160 countries participating in 2016.

The Paralympic Games are open to athletes with a wide range of disabilities, including physical, intellectual, and visual impairments.

Paralympic Sports

The Paralympic Games feature a variety of sports, including:

• Athletics
• Swimming
• Cycling
• Wheelchair basketball
• Sitting volleyball

Paralympic sports are adapted to allow athletes with disabilities to compete on a level playing field.

For example, in athletics, athletes with visual impairments may use guide runners, and athletes with cerebral palsy may use wheelchairs or other assistive devices.

Paralympic Paris 2024

The next Paralympic Games will be held in Paris, France, in 2024.

The Paris 2024 Paralympic Games are expected to attract over 4,000 athletes from over 160 countries.

The Games will feature 22 sports, including:

• Athletics
• Swimming
• Cycling
• Wheelchair basketball
• Sitting volleyball
• Boccia
• Goalball
• Powerlifting
• Rowing
• Sailing
• Shooting
• Table tennis
• Triathlon

The Paris 2024 Paralympic Games will be a major sporting event, and will provide an opportunity for athletes with disabilities to showcase their skills and determination.