Paralympic

Lebanese Athlete Koubrousli Serves as Torchbearer at Paralympic Games

In the world of swimming competitions, there are swimmers, and then there are (local) legends. Wael Koubrousli, a native of Beirut, embodies the latter. At 36, this brilliant athlete has written his name in golden letters in the history of Lebanese swimming, and now he is about to make headlines at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Born on June 12, ...

Paralympic Games: Why Do They Matter?

In a few weeks, Paris will host the Paralympic Games, which are set to kick off on August 28, just 17 days after the “great celebration of sport,” the Summer Olympics. Although we are far from the early days of the first edition of these Games in Rome in 1960, there is still a long way to go to achieve full recognition of these Games and their ...

Bebe Vio: The Paralympic Champion Lighting Up the World

Beatrice Vio, an exceptional Italian athlete, has reached the pinnacle of the Paralympic world through her talent, determination, and charisma. By pushing the boundaries of adapted athletics and becoming one of the few media stars of the Paralympic Games, she embodies resilience and excellence. Beatrice Vio, better known as "Bebe," is an Italian ...

Paralympic Games: After the Show, It's Time for the Medals

After the glittering opening ceremony of the Paralympic Games on Wednesday evening, it's time to get down to business. The athletes, ready to compete, will wage a merciless battle on the various competition sites starting on Thursday, with the first medals expected in the afternoon. A total of 168 delegations are taking part in the 11 days of ...