After a thrilling edition of the Paris Olympics 2024, the sports world is all set to see another exciting edition of the Paris Paralympics 2024. The 17th Summer Paralympics will be held in Paris from August 28 to September 8. Featuring 22 sports, including para-swimming, wheelchair tennis, goalball, and boccia, the event showcases a diverse range of competitions. This article covers the tournament details, schedule, and more.
Paris Paralympics 2024:
The Paris Olympics may have concluded, but Paris remains in the global sports spotlight. The 17th Summer Paralympics will run from August 28 to September 8 this year. The Opening Ceremony is on August 28, with the Games featuring 22 sports. These include adapted versions of Olympic sports like para swimming and wheelchair tennis, as well as unique events such as goalball and boccia.
A total of 4,400 athletes will compete in 549 events across these sports. The Paris 2024 Paralympics will span 11 days, slightly shorter than the Tokyo paralympics’ 12 days. The competition will start on August 29, a day after the opening ceremony, ensuring a packed schedule of thrilling events.
Where to Watch the Live Broadcast of the Paris Paralympics 2024 in India?
Sports18 will broadcast the Paris Paralympics live in India.
Where to Stream Live the Paris Paralympics 2024 in India?
In India, JioCinema will offer live streaming of the Paris Paralympics.
Full Schedule of the Paris Paralympics 2024:
| Date | Sports |
| August 28 | Opening Ceremony |
| September 1-7 | Blind Football |
| August 29-September 5 | Boccia |
| August 29-September 5 | Goalball |
| August 29-September 5 | Para Archery |
| August 30-September 8 | Para Athletics |
August 29 – September 2 | Para-Badminton |
| September 6-8 | Para Canoe |
| September 4-7 | Para Cycling Road |
August 29 – September 1 | Para Cycling Track |
| September 2-7 | Para Equestrian |
| September 5-7 | Para Judo |
| September 4-8 | Para Powerlifting |
August 30 – September 1 | Para Rowing |
| August 29 – September 7 | Para Swimming |
August 29 – September 7 | Para Table Tennis |
| August 29-31 | Para Taekwondo |
| September 1-2 | Para Triathlon |
| August 30 – September 5 | Shooting Para Sport |
August 29 – September 7 | Sitting Volleybal |
August 29 – September 8 | Wheelchair Basketball |
September 3-7 | Wheelchair Fencing |
August 29 – September 2 | Wheelchair Rugby |
| August 30 – September 7 | Wheelchair Tennis |
September 8 | Closing Ceremony |
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