Published 17:17 IST, August 29th 2024
Paris Paralympics 2024: Best moments from the beaming opening ceremony held in the French capital
The 2024 Paris Paralympic Games were officially opened at a ceremony held on the Place de la Concorde on August 28. Here's a look at the best moments.
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1/6: The 2024 Paris Paralympics began with an electrifying ceremony at the Place de la Concorde, featuring former French Para swimmer Theo Curin. / Image: olympics.com
2/6: Curin kicked off the event with a spirited shout of "Welcome to Paris!" The moment was followed by a dazzling display of blue, white, and red fireworks. / Image: olympics.com
3/6: The athletes' parade, lasting 90 minutes, culminated at sunset with the French delegation’s entrance. Throughout the parade, the Phrygians performed to the beats mixed by DJ Myd. / Image: olympics.com
4/6: Afterward, Tony Estanguet, President of Paris 2024, and Andrew Parsons, President of the International Paralympic Committee, delivered speeches. / Image: olympics.com
5/6: Emmanuel Macron, President of France, then officially declared the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games open. The Paralympic Flame was then brought to the stage. / Image: olympics.com
6/6: The ceremony concluded on a high note with Christine and the Queens performing "Born to be Alive," followed by a breathtaking fireworks display. / Image: olympics.com
Updated 17:17 IST, August 29th 2024