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The French capital, Paris, is gearing up to host the 2024 Paralympic Games, set to kick off on August 28th with a spectacular opening ceremony featuring 180 delegations parading from the Champs-Élysées to the Place de la Concorde in the heart of the city.
According to the French newspaper “Le Monde,” the event will last for 12 days, with 4,400 athletes competing in 22 sports across 18 venues. Tony Estanguet, President of “Paris 2024,” described this event as the “return leg” after the Olympic Games, while Andrew Parsons, President of the International Paralympic Committee, called it “the second part of the Olympics.”
The organizing committee expects record-breaking numbers in terms of participating countries, venues, and ticket sales. Competitions will primarily take place in central Paris and its suburbs, with major sports facilities dedicated to various Paralympic sports.
“Le Monde” confirmed that all venues have been designed with “inclusive” pathways, and volunteers and staff have been trained to accommodate people with disabilities. The Olympic Village will welcome athletes in a “100% inclusive” site.
Regarding ticket sales, over 1.3 million tickets have been sold as of August 7th, out of 2.8 million available, with 300,000 tickets allocated to people with disabilities and their companions.
As for transportation, the public transport network in the Île-de-France region will face significant pressure once again. Two thousand additional employees will join the current workforce to handle increased traffic.
Morocco is participating with an important delegation, with hopes of winning gold medals in this event, especially after the disappointing results in the Olympic Games. It’s worth noting that Moroccan Paralympic athletes often achieve honorable results and raise the country’s flag high in international events.
This Paralympic Games edition is expected to showcase inclusivity and adaptability, providing a platform for athletes with disabilities to demonstrate their exceptional abilities on a global stage.
