Paris Celebrates Paralympic Day with Athletes, Fans and Festive Spirit
Over 10,000 people celebrated Paralympic Day in Paris, meeting athletes, trying Para sports, and reliving the Paris 2024 spirit, while anticipation grows for France’s performance at the upcoming Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games
French Cyclist Dorian Foulon Triumphs in Paralympic Track Cycling
“The big difference is the crowd, it’s crazy,” Foulon said, his voice breaking with emotion. “People had t-shirts with my name on. What is this madness?” Foulon’s victory added to an impressive haul for French cyclists at the Games
Paris 2024 Paralympics Kick Off with Spectacular Opening Ceremony and Promising Competitions
The ceremony featured vibrant performances against the backdrop of the Obélisque de Louxor (Luxor Obelisk), capturing the essence of the Paralympic spirit and the historic significance of the location
Jackie Chan to Carry Paralympic Flame in Paris Torch Relay
The 70-year-old Hong Kong-born star, celebrated for his high-flying stunts and acrobatic fight sequences, will carry the Paralympic flame on Wednesday afternoon, just hours before the opening ceremony, according to the organizing committee’s announcement
Rugby Sevens and Football Kick Off Paris 2024 Olympics Amidst High Security and Fan Anticipation
The men’s football tournament opens with Israel facing Mali amid an unprecedented security presence, while the Rugby Sevens tournament gets underway with a focus on French star Antoine Dupont
Intentional Act Suspected in Paris Café Crash: One Dead, Six Injured
The driver, a 24-year-old French national with no prior criminal record, is now under psychiatric evaluation, and authorities are investigating the possibility that the crash was intentional
Athletes to Receive Reallocated Olympic Medals at Champions Park During Paris 2024
This decision, endorsed by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Executive Board, allows these athletes to celebrate their hard-earned achievements in a grand setting, surrounded by family, friends, and fans
Toyota to End Top-Level Sponsorship with IOC Post-Paris 2024
This shift indicates that while Toyota remains dedicated to promoting sports and athleticism, it seeks to do so in a manner that aligns more closely with its corporate values and strategic goals
France Bolsters Olympic Security with 2,000 Foreign Officers Amid Heightened Threats
The decision to bolster security comes in the wake of the tragic incident in Moscow on March 22, where an attack claimed by the Islamic State (IS) group resulted in the loss of at least 144 lives