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India’s Medal Triumph at the Paris Paralympics: A Golden Milestone! India's journey at the Paris Paralympics 2024 has been nothing short of extraordinary! Navdeep's incredible performance in the F41 men’s javelin throw event has brought India its 7th gold medal after a dramatic upgrade, while Simran’s remarkable sprint in the T12 200m secured her a well-deserved bronze. Navdeep initially finished second, but his silver was upgraded to gold after the disqualification of Iran’s Beit Sayah Sadegh, who was penalized for unsporting behavior. This makes Navdeep’s 47.32-meter throw not only a personal best but also a new Paralympic record! Simran, another star of the Games, clinched the bronze medal in the T12 200m race with a personal best time of 24.75 seconds, adding to India’s growing medal tally. Her story is one of grit and determination, overcoming her visual impairment and personal loss to become a beacon of inspiration. With a total of 29 medals, including 7 golds, India stands proud among the top-performing nations at the Games. These victories are a testament to the unwavering spirit of our athletes and the country's commitment to inclusivity in sports. Curious to know more about these inspiring journeys? Dive deeper into Navdeep’s golden throw and Simran’s incredible sprint by reading our latest post! ➡️ Read more about India’s Paralympic Triumph: https://lnkd.in/erfhRKXe #ParisParalympics2024 #IndiaShines #GoldMedal #BronzeMedal #Navdeep #Simran #Inspiration #Inclusivity #Sports #Paralympics #AthleteStories #LinkedInUpdates

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India Shines in the Paris 2024 Paralympics: A Historic Performance India has achieved its best-ever performance at the Paris 2024 Paralympics, securing a total of 29 medals and finishing 18th in the overall standings. This remarkable achievement marks a significant improvement from India's 43rd place in Rio 2016 and 24th in Tokyo 2020. The seven gold, nine silver, and 13 bronze medals are a testament to the para-athletes' resilience and excellence despite the challenges they face. With 17 medals in para-athletics, including standout performances in javelin throw and high jump, Indian athletes excelled across multiple disciplines. Special recognition goes to Sumit Antil and Avani Lekhara, who defended their gold medals, and Sheetal Devi, who made history as the youngest Indian Paralympic medalist at just 17. The Games also saw India's first medals in para-judo, won by Kapil Parmar, and track events, with Preethi Pal clinching two bronzes in the 100m and 200m T35 events. India’s inspiring performance, fueled by increased government support and a growing focus on para-sports, calls for further investment and recognition from corporate and governmental entities to ensure continued progress. The Paris Paralympics 2024, with a near-capacity crowd and over two million tickets sold, highlighted the growing global enthusiasm for para-sports and set the stage for a more inclusive sporting future. #IndiaAtParalympics #Paris2024 #ParaAthletes #Inspiration #Inclusivity #SportsForAll

During the Paris Paralympics, have you seen the white NPA flag go up often and wonder which nation does it represent & which anthem plays when someone from that team wins gold? 👉 NPA stands for 'Neutral Paralympic Athletes' and is used to represent individual athletes from Russia & Belarus, after the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) banned the two nation's participation in the Paralympics given the ongoing war 👉 The IPC vets the athletes and only those who have no involvement or affiliation with the war and military are allowed to participate 👉 In Paris, there are 96 participants from Team NPA across 5 sports, majority of them from para-athletics and swimming. 👉 When someone from NPA wins gold, which has happened about 22 times thus far, the Paralympic anthem is played but their medal wins are not officially recorded on the medals table 👉 Similar team structures have been created in the past for representatives from Yugoslavia (1992), East Timor (2000) and refugees & asylees (2016) before an official Refugee Paralympic Team has been created from the 2020 Tokyo Games.

Facts about Olympics 2024 🤩 • What's the difference between Olympics and Paralympics? The Paralympics focus more on physical disabilities. The Olympics and Paralympics are about elite competition and specialization. • The Olympic flag is one of the symbols of the modern Olympic Games. It consists of five interlocking rings on a white background in different colors that indicate all the world's nations and is a symbol of the universality of the Olympic spirit. • The Olympic motto is (Citius, Altius, Fortius) It's a Latin expression that means: Faster, higher, stronger Henri Martin Didion is the father of this slogan. • The Olympics and Paralympics happen once every four years since 1896. • Paris 2024  will be held between 26 July - 11 August 2024 and will feature 329 events in 32 sports. • Flamd collection inspired by flame using black, white, and gold colors. • Flame name inspired of (Flame that buns inside every athlete) To help them overcome many obstacles, whether it's injury or doubts. • Lina Radke was the first to win a golden medal wearing Adidas shoes in Amsterdam in 1928. • For the first time, the "B-girls" team will be in the Olympics 2024 for the breakdance competition. • BMX freestyle for the first time in Olympics 2024. • Adidas partners with 9 Olympic teams and 6 Paralympic teams. • Turkey and Bahrain will be in the Olympics 2024 for the first time. • Noah Lyles was the first sprinter to get a golden medal. • Olympics campaign "You got this " #Adidas #Egypt #EMC #Olympics2024 #Olympicsnews #facts #Olympicsfacts

Another #Olympics may be done and dusted....Tom Cruise has abseiled into the Stade de France (Sorry Tom you're not a patch on Queen Elizabeth parachuting but nice try!). But the spirit of competition and excellence is far from over. 28th August marks the start of the #Paralympic Games - highlighting the incredible abilities of #disabled athletes. I am am blown away by that fact that 24 athletes competing in this year's Paralympics have used Back Up's services at some point in their journey to #Paris! The Paralympics are not just a sports event; they are a global movement that challenges perceptions, breaks down barriers, and fosters inclusivity. These athletes train with the same intensity and determination as their Olympic counterparts, often facing additional hurdles both on and off the field. Supporting the Paralympics also means advocating for greater visibility and accessibility in all aspects of life. It’s an opportunity for businesses, communities, and individuals to commit to creating environments where everyone can thrive. As the Paralympic Games begin, let’s rally behind these incredible athletes, celebrate their victories, and ensure their stories are told with the same enthusiasm and respect that we have shown the Olympians. The journey of excellence continues, and it is one that everyone should be a part of. International Paralympic Committee International Olympic Committee – IOC #teamgb The National Lottery Community Fund #disabilty #spinalcordinjury #sport

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Russian athletes win six medals on second day of Paris Paralympics After the two day of competition, Russian athletes have won a total of nine medals PARIS, August 30/ Russian athletes won one gold, one silver and four bronze medals on the second day of the Paris Paralympics. Andrey Kalina became the champion in the men’s 100m breaststroke SB8 race. Vladimir Sotnikov won a silver medal in the men's 100 backstroke S13 race. Swimmers Kirill Pulver, Darya Lukyanenko and Viktoriya Isciulova won bronze medals. Runner Andrey Vdovin came third in the men's 100m T37 race. After day two of the competition, Russian athletes have won a total of nine medals: one gold, three silver and five bronze ones. The Paris Paralympics will end on September 8. Russian athletes are authorized to compete only in neutral status, and their medals will not be taken into account in overall medal count. #business #finance #financialservices

Day 7 of the Paralympic Games Paris 2024 is upon us, and India's performance has been nothing short of exceptional. The medal tally continues to climb, with an impressive haul of 3 gold, 7 silver, and 10 bronze medals at the end of Day 6 alone. This brings our total to 20 medals, already surpassing India's medal count from the Tokyo 2020 Summer Paralympics. It's been inspiring to witness the growing interest and recognition of Paralympic athletes. More people are tuning in, learning about their incredible stories, and appreciating the skill and determination they display. The YouTube Paralympic Sport page has been a valuable resource, providing free and accessible coverage of the games, unlike other OTT platforms. As the sporting landscape evolves, I'm hopeful that increased funding and improved training facilities will enable Indian athletes to compete at the highest level which is already evidently seen with the rise in performance and level of sportsmanship each athlete is showcasing, the signs are truly there that India is on the right track to be a powerhouse in sports. The nation's progress in the Para Asian Games, Paralympics, Deaflympics, and Special Olympics is a testament to the strides being made in India's sporting infrastructure and support. #ParalympicGames #Paris2024 #India #Sports #ParalympicAthletes #MedalTally