The Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, taking place from August 28 to September 8, are showcasing the incredible talents of more than 4,000 athletes from around the globe. This year, the event features a strong representation from Latin America, with countries like Peru, Brazil, Colombia, and Mexico already celebrating their first medals.
The Games encompass 549 events across 22 sports, including wheelchair basketball, swimming, and athletics, held in 18 venues. Among the standout performances, Leonor Angelica Espinoza Carranza from Peru secured a gold medal in taekwondo, while Brazilian swimmer Phelipe Andrews Melo Rodrigues and Mexican athlete Haidee Viviana Aceves Perez each earned silver medals in swimming events.
Colombian Erica Maria Castano Salazar shone in the discus throw, winning gold, and Jose Gregorio Lemos Rivas also from Colombia took gold in the javelin throw. The excitement continues as more competitions unfold, promising thrilling moments for fans.
In addition to the sports events, the French talk show 'Quelles Jeux!' has resumed its broadcasts to celebrate the Paralympic Games. Co-hosts Léa Salamé and Laurent Luyat will feature nightly interviews with medal-winning athletes, enhancing the connection between the audience and the athletes' journeys. Despite initial criticisms, the show has successfully pivoted to focus on sports and athlete stories, ensuring viewers remain engaged.
The inaugural episode highlighted the achievements of three French athletes who won medals on the first day of competition, although they were unable to attend the show due to ongoing events. This pattern of featuring athletes will continue as the Games progress, fostering excitement and anticipation among fans.
