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Starting in less than a week's time, the 2024 Paralympic Games will showcase the extraordinary abilities of para-athletes — and f

Here's everything you need to know.

When do the Paralympics start?

The 2024 Paralympic Games will take place in Paris, France, from August 28 to September 8, 2024.

The Opening Ceremony is scheduled for August 28, kicking off 11 days of intense competition.

For Australian viewers, the Opening Ceremony will be broadcast live on August 29 from 4am to 7am AEST.

What channel is the Paralympics on in Australia?

Nine will broadcast live and free coverage of the 2024 Paralympic Games on Channel 9 and 9Gem.

Why is it called the Paralympics?

The term "Paralympic" combines the Greek preposition "para" (meaning "beside" or "alongside") with "Olympic".

This name reflects the parallel nature of the Paralympic Games to the Olympic Games, illustrating how the two movements exist side-by-side.

What sports are in the Paralympics?

The 2024 Paris Paralympics will feature 22 sports across 549 events. These sports showcase a wide range of athletic abilities and adaptations.

The lineup includes:

Each sport has multiple events and classifications to ensure fair competition among athletes with different types and levels of disabilities.

The Australian Paralympic Team

The Australian team is set to field 88 participants across 16 different disciplines.

As usual, Australia is expected to be particularly strong in swimming and athletics, with 30 members on the swimming team and 32 on the athletics team.

Key Australian athletes to watch at the 2024 Paralympics

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