Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:33am on 28 Aug 2024,Wednesday Sports
The 2024 Paris Paralympics opening ceremony kicks off tonight, featuring a historic parade through the city's iconic landmarks. Approximately 4,400 athletes from over 180 countries will participate, including ParalympicsGB flagbearers Lucy Shuker and Terry Bywater. The ceremony starts at 7pm local time and concludes at 10pm. This marks the first time the Paralympics opening ceremony will be held outside a stadium. Competitions begin Thursday in sports such as track cycling, swimming, taekwondo, and table tennis. The event is expected to draw 65,000 spectators, showcasing the unity and determination of Paralympic athletes from around the world.
