2024 Paris Paralympics – Highlights, Athletes and How to Follow the Games

The 2024 Paris Paralympics are almost here, and the buzz is real. From sprinting on the track to soaring in the pool, para athletes will showcase speed, skill, and sheer determination. If you’re curious about what makes these Games special, where the best action will happen, and which African stars to keep an eye on, you’re in the right spot.

Key Events You Won’t Want to Miss

Paris has laid out a packed schedule across 22 sports. The opening ceremony kicks off on August 28, followed by athletics, swimming, and wheelchair basketball at the iconic Stade de France. Track events usually dominate headlines, but para cycling, powerlifting, and table tennis also draw huge crowds. A good tip: mark the evenings for athletics finals—those are when world records tend to shatter.

If you love team sports, the wheelchair rugby and goalball matches are pure drama. The rivalry between Team USA and Great Britain in rugby, and the surprise upsets from Brazil in goalball, keep the scoreboard lively. For a quick glance, Paris’s official app offers live timers for each event, so you can jump in the moment a race starts.

African Paralympians to Watch

Africa is sending a strong squad this year, and you’ll see familiar names pushing the limits. Nigerian sprinter Omolara Omotosho, who broke the 100m T12 record in 2021, is back with fresh training. South Africa’s swimmer Charl du Toit, a two‑time gold medallist, aims to add another title in the 100m butterfly S13.

Kenya’s distance runner, Edwin Kipruto, will be competing in the T46 marathon. His story of training on the highlands of Eldoret while adapting to a prosthetic leg has inspired many back home. Don’t overlook Egypt’s powerlifting champion, Mohamed Ahmed, who consistently lifts more than double his body weight.

These athletes aren’t just competing; they’re raising the profile of para sport across the continent. Follow them on social media for behind‑the‑scenes looks, and check Rowallan Park Daily News Africa for exclusive interviews and updates.

Got a favorite athlete? Tweet a question during a live interview and you might see a reply in the next news roundup. The Games are as much about community as competition.

In short, the 2024 Paris Paralympics promise unforgettable moments, new heroes, and a chance to celebrate the power of sport. Grab a snack, set your reminders, and enjoy the show. Rowallan Park will keep you posted with the latest scores, stories, and analysis – so you never miss a beat.