The U.S. placed third in the overall medal count, behind China and Great Britain. Here’s a look at some of Team USA’s athletic accomplishments, from winning streaks to historic firsts.
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France waves farewell to its sporting summer at the Paralympics closing ceremony
The event and its dance party atmosphere lowered the curtain on successful back-to-back Games that captivated fans. Paris raised the bar high for future host cities, including Los Angeles in 2028.
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Ali Truwit swims to Paralympic silver a year after losing her leg in a shark attack
Ali Truwit’s lower leg was amputated after a shark bit her during a post-graduation trip last May. This week, the 24-year-old won two Paralympic medals and set two new American records.
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Paralympians who faced polio: a lovey-dovey table tennis duo, a fierce wheelchair racer
Athletes who contracted childhood polio share their stories of how they overcame the consequences of the disease — and what sports means to them.
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‘Never lose courage’: A Paralympian who could barely walk as a kid takes 2 track medals
Neighbors told Preeti Pal’s parents she’d never marry because she was born with cerebral palsy. She just won two bronzes and is now a hero in India. Oh, and she has no interest in marriage.
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Taekwondo athlete Zakia Khudadadi wins the Paralympic refugee team its first medal
The Afghan para-athlete makes history for the refugee team that represents the 120 million people globally who have been displaced.
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Paralympics 2024: When, who and how to watch the Paris games
The Paralympics kick off in Paris on Wednesday and run through Sept. 8. Thousands of athletes from a record number of countries will compete across 22 sports. Here’s what to know and how to watch.
