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Ad campaign seeks to boost sales for Paris Paralympics

Organisers of the Paris Paralympics this week launched an advertising campaign to boost sales for the Games given that only 300,000 tickets have been purchased so far by members of the public.

Radio France Internationale · May 21, 2024

Yogesh Kathuniya focused on peaking at Paris Paralympics

Discus thrower wins silver at World Para Athletics in F56 Category

The Times of India · May 21, 2024

Maisie Summers-Newton and Tully Kearney named in ParalympicsGB swimming squad

Great Britain’s selection features 15 debutants, including 13-year-old Iona Winnifrith.

The Independent UK · May 20, 2024

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GB chef de mission Penny Briscoe has security concerns over Paris Paralympics

The first European-based Paralympics since London 2012 will run from August 28 to September 8.

The Independent UK · May 20, 2024

Paralympics countdown: ‘We want to positively influence lives of 1.2bn people’

With 100 days to go until the Paris Games, the IPC’s Andrew Parsons says it is vital for disability rights they are the best ever

The Guardian - UK · May 20, 2024

Paralympics organisers launch campaign to boost ticket sales with 100 days to go

Paralympics organisers in Paris have a message they hope will encourage many more fans to buy tickets

The Independent UK · May 20, 2024

Para shuttler Sukant Kadam qualifies for Paris Paralympics

NEW DELHI: Ace para shuttler Sukant Kadam has secured his spot for the upcoming Paris Paralympics, marking his debut at the event. He will be competing in the Men's SL 4 category in Paris.

The Times of India · May 19, 2024

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Shuttlers Sukant Kadam, Tarun, Suhas qualify for Paris Paralympics

NEW DELHI: Ace Indian para shuttlers Sukant Kadam, Tarun, and Suhas have secured their berths for the upcoming Paralympics in Paris.

The Times of India · May 19, 2024

Paralympians feel empowered modelling 2024 uniforms

The Australian Paralympics team has unveiled their specially-tailored uniforms as part of Australian Fashion Week ahead of the competition in Paris.

AAP · May 17, 2024

Something blue: British kits for Paris 2024 stripped back and traditional

Team GB and ParalympicsGB official kits have been unveiled by adidas with no sign of any ‘hoo haa’

The Guardian - UK · Apr 18, 2024

Steelers book spot at Paralympic Games

A comprehensive qualifying tournament win over Brazil has booked Australia's wheelchair rugby team a place at the Paralympics in Paris.

AAP · Mar 23, 2024

Reality TV Star Nelson Thomas Undergoes Foot Amputation After Accident

Nelson Thomas undergoes life-changing amputation after DUI accident, shares journey online, and aims for Paralympics.

French Government Offers Bonuses To Civil Servants For Olympics

French government offers bonuses to civil servants to prevent strikes during the Paris Olympics and Paralympics. Efforts to address worker concerns and ens...

Russian And Belarusian Athletes Barred From Paralympics Opening Ceremony

Russian and Belarusian Paralympic athletes face stricter restrictions compared to the Olympics in Paris.

Double Paralympics gold winner Devendra Jhajharia set to be elected unopposed as PCI president

NEW DELHI: Two-time Paralympics gold medallist Devendra Jhajharia is set be elected unopposed as the Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) president in the delayed March 9 elections, succeeding another celebrated para athlete Deepa Malik.

The Times of India · Feb 28, 2024

Devendra Jhajharia to contest for Paralympic Committee of India president's post

NEW DELHI: Double Paralympics gold medallist, Devendra Jhajharia, has decided to contest the Paralympic Committee of India’s (PCI) elections for the president’s post, setting the stage for another celebrated sportsperson to helm an Indian sports federation.

International Business Times · Feb 27, 2024

Paralympics Chief Hopes For Full Stadiums And Extensive TV Coverage In Paris

International Paralympic Committee president Andrew Parsons has told AFP he hopes the Paralympics in Paris will take place in full stadiums and predicted the TV coverage would be the most extensive in history.

WEKU · Feb 9, 2024

The Paris Olympics medals will have pieces of the Eiffel Tower

A hexagonal, polished chunk of iron taken from the iconic landmark is being embedded in each gold, silver and bronze medal that will be hung around athletes' necks at the Paris Games and Paralympics.

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Paris Olympics and Paralympics Medals to Feature Eiffel Tower Chunk

Discover the unique medals of the Paris Olympics and Paralympics, each containing a piece of the iconic Eiffel Tower. Learn more about this historic feat here.

International Business Times · Feb 8, 2024

Paris Olympics Medals To Contain 'Piece Of Eiffel Tower'

The medals awarded at this year's Paris Olympics and Paralympics will feature a hexagon-shaped piece of iron taken from the original Eiffel Tower in their centre, organisers said as they unveiled their design on Thursday.

The Times of India · Feb 4, 2024

TOI Exclusive: Sports ministry suspends Paralympic Committee of India citing sports code violation

NEW DELHI: Calling the delay in holding its elections as “wilful and intentional”, the sports ministry on Saturday suspended the Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) – headed by Deepa Malik, the country’s first female para-athlete to win a medal at the Paralympics in Rio 2016 – citing violation of the…

The Guardian - UK · Feb 1, 2024

Paris Paralympics organisers bid to eclipse London 2012 with new blueprint

Étienne Thobois, the Paris 2024 chief executive, says the Paralympics has evolved since London 2012 and that ‘society’s gone a long way, so we need to do better’

The Independent UK · Jan 5, 2024

Dame Sarah Storey reveals how her son convinced her to target a ninth Paralympics

Great Britain’s most-decorated Paralympian will try to add to her 17 gold medals at Paris 2024 – and the 46-year-old has her children to thank

AAP · Dec 20, 2023

Para paddling star McGrath to be tested by Paris wind

Curtis McGrath is looking to continue his kayak domination at the Paris Paralympics but says conditions on the course could prove tricky for paddlers.

The Hindu · Dec 14, 2023

Manish Narwal clinches the gold

In table tennis, Paralympics and Para Asiad medalist Bhavina Patel won 3-0 over Gujarat statemate Shamim Chawda in the Class 4 category.

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