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Lyon wants blind cricket in 2032 Brisbane Paralympics

Test spinner Nathan Lyon will have braille writing on his bat during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, while calling for blind cricket to enter the Paralympics.

AAP

Billy Monger has eye on 2028 Paralympics after record-breaking Ironman exploits

The 25-year-old smashed the Ironman world record for a double amputee.

The National (Scotland)

Billy Monger reveals 2028 Paralympics goal after record-breaking Ironman

The 25-year-old smashed the Ironman world record for a double amputee

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People living with disabilities in the EU: The battle for inclusion

One in four adults in the EU have a disability, according to Eurostat. That's more than 100 million people. And while this summer's Paralympics no doubt drew attention to the issue in a visible way, the daily struggles of so many people remain largely invisible. Indeed, access to employment and…

France 24

Move over Olympians, Australia’s wildlife are incredible athletes

Now that the Paris Olympics and Paralympics have disappeared from our screens, let’s get back to watching animal videos.

The Conversation

Paralympics legacy spurs push for inclusive sports in Paris

The Paralympics may have shone a spotlight on disability and sport, but daily life for most disabled people in France remains a challenge, especially in Paris. Novosports, a sports club, is working to make sport accessible for everyone – disabled and non-disabled alike – but there is still a long…

Radio France Internationale

Are sports stars who are caught using illegal drugs unfairly vilified?

With the Paris Olympics and Paralympics wrapped up, and leading Australian sports codes coming to an end of their 2024 seasons, many athletes will be celebrating well-earned wins and commiserating losses.

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‘My drag racing career is taking off’: a Paralympic hero’s next steps

Matt Stutzman, Team USA’s self-described ‘armless archer’, wants to follow up gold with a move into a new sport

The Guardian - US

I am far from done – Hannah Cockroft eyes more Paralympic glory in Los Angeles

The 32-year-old has finished on top of the podium in the 100m and 800m at every Paralympics since London 2012 following success in Paris this summer.

The Independent UK

Podcast: Inclusive sports, Deaflympics, compromise in French politics

How the Paris Paralympics have boosted interest in inclusive sports in France. A look back at the origins of the first international games for deaf athletes, 100 years ago. And why it’s difficult, but necessary, for France’s deeply divided National Assembly to embrace the art of compromise.

Radio France Internationale

France foiled three attack plots targeting Paris Olympics and Paralympics

France's counterterrorism prosecutor said on Wednesday that authorities thwarted three plots to attack the Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris and other cities that hosted the events. The targets included "Israeli institutions or representatives of Israel in Paris", added the prosecutor.

France 24

Israel Shines At 2024 Paris Paralympics With 10 Medals, Marks Best Performance Since 2004‌ ‌

Athletes overcome challenges to excel in a range of sports, including swimming, goalball, taekwondo, and rowing.‌ ‌

Zenger

Valentina Petrillo responds to JK Rowling criticism after transgender sprinter competes at Paralympics

The Italian was called an ‘out and proud cheat’ by the Harry Potter author over her participation at Paris 2024

The Independent UK

GB’s returning Paralympians call for equal access to sport for disabled children

The triumphant ParalympicsGB team returned from Paris with 124 medals.

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Paralympic closing ceremony: ‘Huge', 'fast' and ‘amazing’, artists say

Fresh from her performance at the Stade de France, award winning electronic artist Irene Dresel joins us this week on Arts24 to share her impressions of the 2024 Paralympics closing ceremony and how she's looking forward to touring her recent album "Rose Fluo". We also speak to French guitarist Waxx…

The Guardian - UK

‘I’ve never cheered harder’: readers’ memorable moments from Paris Paralympics

The 2024 Games have provided thrilling moments and an intoxicating atmosphere

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Paris Paralympics Closing Ceremony Marks Successful Summer Games

Paris Olympics and Paralympics conclude with a grand closing ceremony, celebrating unity and diversity in sports.

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The Independent UK

Will Los Angeles 2028 be the moment when the Paralympics conquer America?

Los Angeles, you’re next

The Independent UK

Highlights of the Paralympic games in Paris

A gallery of highlights from the Paralympics, captured by AP photographers at the Paris Games. France's exceptional summer of Olympic and Paralympic sports wrapped up with a massive, inclusive dance party after weeks of sporting achievements.

The Independent UK

The Paralympics fails to live up to Paris’ gender-equal games standards

The Paris Olympic Games was the first in history to have the same number of medals for men’s and women’s events

Radio France Internationale

French organisers revel in success of 'benchmark' Paris Paralympics

French organisers and sports chiefs were on Monday basking in the praise for a Paralympic Games hailed as the new benchmark for future events.

The Conversation

If we truly want our Paralympic athletes to shine, their coaches need more support

The 2024 Paris Paralympics delivered heightened attention and awareness of a pinnacle sporting event for para athletes.

Al Jazeera

Paris 2024 Paralympic Games: Swiss dominate wheelchair marathon

The final day of the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games saw Switzerland claim gold in both wheelchair marathons.

The Guardian - UK

Paris gives Paralympic Games a send-off for the ages

Stade de France transformed into huge electronica dance party with world’s elite para athletes doing farewell conga

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