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Paris is getting ready to host 4,400 Para athletes for the 2024 Paralympics

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Last updated: 2024/08/26 at 4:11 AM
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The historic Place de la Concorde will host the Paralympics opening ceremony on August 28, marking the first time the event will be held outside a stadium. As the Summer 2024 Olympics conclude, Paris is gearing up to welcome some 4,400 Para athletes competing in 23 disciplines. Organisers are using the post-Olympics lull to prepare venues for events such as Wheelchair rugby and Para athletics. The Place de la Concorde, which previously hosted skateboarding and basketball during the Olympics, is undergoing construction activities to host the Paralympics opening ceremony on Wednesday.

Paris 2024 President, Tony Estanguet, aims to maintain the excitement generated by the Olympics while also shedding light on disability discrimination. The city will repurpose most Olympic venues for the Paralympics, with locations like the Palace of Versailles hosting para equestrian events, the Grand Palais welcoming Wheelchair fencing, and the venue beneath the Eiffel Tower transitioning from beach volleyball to Blind football. Despite the quieter streets, security measures remain tight, with the deployment of 25,000 police officers during the Paralympics.

The organisers promise a ground-breaking spectacle for the opening ceremony, with thousands of athletes and spectators coming together for the event. Tony Estanguet emphasizes the importance of these Paralympic Games in fostering a more inclusive and understanding view of disability, which remains a significant cause of discrimination in France. The hope is that through these games, attitudes towards disability can be positively shifted, bringing about a more benevolent perspective within the community.

The Paralympics in Paris will run until September 8, offering a platform for para athletes to showcase their talents and determination. The event is a celebration of diversity, resilience, and the power of sport to bring people together regardless of ability. As the focus shifts from the Olympics to the Paralympics, Paris is ready to make history by hosting the opening ceremony in an iconic location like the Place de la Concorde, further highlighting the city’s commitment to promoting inclusivity and breaking down barriers.

The Paralympics present an opportunity for the world to witness the incredible abilities of para athletes and to challenge preconceived notions of what is possible. With the city of Paris playing a key role in hosting this prestigious event, the hope is that the Paralympics will leave a lasting impact on society, fostering a more inclusive and understanding environment for individuals with disabilities. As the excitement builds for the upcoming games, the stage is set for a memorable and inspiring Paralympics in the heart of Paris.

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