Visually impaired Aussie runner ‘shattered’ after Paralympic disqualification

Visually impaired Aussie runner ‘shattered’ after Paralympic disqualification

Jaryd Clifford crossed the line in third place and thought he’d done enough for a medal. Then came the bad news.

  • byTom Decent

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After surviving a racially motivated machete attack,this Paralympian fell in love with table tennis

After surviving a racially motivated machete attack,this Paralympian fell in love with table tennis

Jessy Chen was almost murdered in 2006 and subsequently forced to spend the rest of his life in a wheelchair. Keep an eye out for him next week playing table tennis in Paris.

  • byTom Decent
Tom nearly died at the last Paralympics. Now he’s a gold medallist

Tom nearly died at the last Paralympics. Now he’s a gold medallist

Australia has its first gold medal of the Paralympics courtesy of swimmer Tom Gallagher,who took an unexpected trip to hospital three years ago after racing in Tokyo.

  • byTom Decent
Escaping the war,this Ukrainian athlete spent 24 hours on a train as bombs hit

Escaping the war,this Ukrainian athlete spent 24 hours on a train as bombs hit

Ukraine’s Artem Kolinko opens up ahead of his Paralympics debut on a terrifying long-haul train ride that might have saved his life.

  • byTom Decent
Paris 2024 Paralympic Games opening ceremony
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Paris 2024 Paralympic Games opening ceremony

Paris inaugurated the 2024 Paralympics on Wednesday with a close to four-hour-long opening ceremony in the heart of the city.

Late night for Aussies as Paralympics blast off with ceremony in heart of Paris

Late night for Aussies as Paralympics blast off with ceremony in heart of Paris

With less than 12 hours before he was due to hit the pool,Brenden Hall valiantly fulfilled his role as an Australian flag-bearer in the parade along the Champs-Elysees.

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‘I could feel my heart sinking’:How de Rozario plans to combat Paris cobblestones

‘I could feel my heart sinking’:How de Rozario plans to combat Paris cobblestones

Madison de Rozario has achieved all there is across her illustrious career but will face a unique challenge in the women’s marathon at the Paris Paralympics.

  • byTom Decent
Dylan’s parents never left his side in hospital. He’s kayaking for them in Paris

Dylan’s parents never left his side in hospital. He’s kayaking for them in Paris

After years of being in and out of hospital,Dylan Littlehales became a world champion. Then his dad was diagnosed with bowel cancer on the day his mother was cleared of breast cancer.

  • byTom Decent
Everything you need to know about the 2024 Paralympics

Everything you need to know about the 2024 Paralympics

The Paralympics begin on Thursday – 160 Australians will be taking part in the Games. Here are some you may not know about.

  • byDaniel Lo Surdo
‘Scooter’ Patterson’s aiming for more than gold in Paris

‘Scooter’ Patterson’s aiming for more than gold in Paris

Grant “Scooter” Patterson is a much-loved member of Australia’s Paralympic swimming team – and he’s gunning for his first gold medal.

  • byTom Decent
From a 2.46m tall volleyballer to a bear attack survivor:Ten must-watch Paralympic events

From a 2.46m tall volleyballer to a bear attack survivor:Ten must-watch Paralympic events

The Paris Paralympics will feature some of the best athletes in the world – here are some highlights to look forward to.

  • byTom Decent