SHOCKING: The paralympic games - What They Never Told You

More Canadians are watching the Paralympics. Our research shows why that matters

Nearly 31 million Canadians watched Team Canada compete at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano-Cortina earlier this year. With the Paralympics underway, fandom research suggests that millions are expected to tune in again.

The Conversation · Mar 11

'King Arthur' leads French hopes at Paralympic Winter Games

Following a record medal haul at last month's Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics, France's para athletes are hoping to replicate this success when the Paralympic Games kick off on Friday.

Radio France Internationale · Mar 6

The Milano Cortina Olympics: how to manage crowds in an eco-friendly way

Beyond questions of athletic performance, the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics raise questions about climate urgency and growing expectations for environmental responsibility at mega sporting events. Aware of the carbon footprint associated with spectator attendance, the organizing committee has implemented measures to encourage spectators to adopt more eco-responsible behaviours during these…

The Conversation · Feb 18

Why the Paralympics ‘inclusive’ messaging is misleading

As the Paralympic Games come to an end with the closing ceremony, it’s an opportune moment to reflect back on the messaging behind the event. The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) promoted the Games as an inclusive event that enhances opportunities for people who experience disability globally.

The Conversation · Sep 8, 2024

Britain finish second in Paralympics medal table with ‘incredible’ 49 golds

Great Britain are celebrating another stellar performance at the Paralympic Games with the same medal total as in Tokyo three years ago but more golds

The Guardian - UK · Sep 8, 2024

Duchess Sophie just wore the most stunning floral midi dress and trendy black sunglasses - it's the perfect transitional outfit

The Duchess of Edinburgh wore a dainty floral dress for an appearance at the Paralympic Games in Paris

Woman & Home · Sep 8, 2024

EXPLAINED: From Silver to Gold! Why Navdeep Singh's javelin medal was upgraded at Paris Paralympics

NEW DELHI: Para-athlete Navdeep made history at the Paralympic Games by winning the gold medal in the Men's Javelin throw F41 category. He achieved a personal best distance of 47.32 metres, securing India's seventh gold medal in the French Capital.

The Times of India · Sep 8, 2024

Paris Paralympics: Harvinder Singh wins 5 back-to-back matches in single day to etch name in history books

Harvinder Singh became the first Indian archer to win gold at the Paralympic Games, as he defeated Poland's Lukasz Ciszek 6-0 in the final of the men's individual recurve open class at the Paris Paralympics on Wednesday. It was India's fourth gold at the ongoing Paris Games.

The Times of India · Sep 5, 2024

Nigerian powerlifter Esther Nworgu powers through injury to lift Paralympic silver

Nigeria continues to raise the bar for the continent's powerlifters. We speak to Ester Nworgu, who claimed silver at the Paralympic Games in Paris – despite dislocating her shoulder just days before her event. Also in this edition, we go to Beijing, where African leaders have gathered for a high-stakes…

France 24 · Sep 4, 2024

After being wowed by Olympic athletes in Paris, it’s time to take notice of exceptional Paralympic exploits

The Paris Olympics have been and gone but memories of the athletes’ achievements will live on, from Mondo Duplantis breaking his own pole vault world record for the ninth time, to Sifan Hassan winning gold in women’s marathon after winning bronze in the 5,000 and 10,000m on the track earlier…

The Conversation · Sep 3, 2024