paralympics
US Paralympians banned from closing ceremonies for questioning teammate's disability: 'Faking the hole in my brain'
September 18, 2024 | 5:50pmFour U.S. swimmers were barred from the Paralympic closing ceremonies in Paris earlier this month for disparaging comments on social media they made about another competitor.
Two Paralympians — including flag-bearer — vanish after competing at Paris Games
September 14, 2024 | 1:31amNganga, who has a leg impairment, and Mouambako, who is visually impaired, were the only two athletes selected to represent Congo in Paris.
Paralympian runner disqualified yards from finish line after letting go of guide's rope
September 9, 2024 | 4:09pmCongost was in tears when she learned the news and explained that she was not disqualified for cheating after the event.
Amputee in swimming disqualification drama at Paralympics
September 3, 2024 | 2:30pmAustralian Paralympic swimmer Ahmed Kelly thought his quest for redemption from the Tokyo Games was over when he was disqualified and later reinstated in the 150m medley SM3 at the...
8-foot-1 paralympian forced to sleep on the floor in athletes' village — here's the sad reason why
September 2, 2024 | 12:13pmIt was a tall order to fill.
Paralympic triathlon events are postponed because of poor water quality in the Seine River
September 1, 2024 | 4:22amParalympic triathlon competitions in Paris scheduled for Sunday have been postponed because of concerns about water quality in the Seine River after heavy rainfall, organizers said.
Paralympics runner stripped of medal moments after crossing finish line
September 1, 2024 | 2:20amAn Australian Paralympic runner was disqualified and stripped of his bronze medal for breaking a "fundamental rule" inches from the finish line during Saturday's race. Jaryd Clifford, who is legally...
At Paris' Paralympic Games, astounding athletes defy the odds and go for the gold
August 31, 2024 | 12:00pmThe Paralympic Games in Paris demonstrate the boundary-breaking of athletes who've beat the odds.
Paralympic shot-putter wins fifth straight gold medal in epic feat
August 30, 2024 | 8:02pmThe legend of Tunisia’s Raoua Tlili continued at the Paralympics in France on Friday.
Team USA arrives for Paris 2024 Paralympic Games opening ceremony: photos
August 28, 2024 | 7:20pmThe best photos from the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games opening ceremony.
Paralympic torch makes history with intentions to 'push equality to the limit'
August 28, 2024 | 1:51pmThe Paralympic torch which began its journey to France at the weekend is identical to the Olympic torch for the first time ever — and here's why.
How to watch the 2024 Paralympics live from Paris: Peacock, TV schedule
August 28, 2024 | 10:00amIf you miss the Olympics, we have great news for you...
Netflix star inspiring others as Paralympics favorite after harrowing car crash
August 26, 2024 | 5:54pmParalympics, reality TV and inspiring others. Shea Foster is just getting started.
The stories behind the NY, NJ athletes ready to compete in Paralympic Games in Paris
August 25, 2024 | 8:00am“The world puts people with disabilities in a box. I’m here to show them ... I can be a pro athlete," said Anastasia Pagonis, a Long Island native and freestyle...
A blind runner who won 11 national titles as a man will compete as a woman in the Paralympics — this has to stop
August 13, 2024 | 6:34pmDifferent games, same old story. Man identifies as woman and the doors of female spaces magically swing open.
50-year-old Italian sprinter to become first transgender Paralympian
August 13, 2024 | 6:54amThe 50-year-old visually impaired runner, who transitioned in 2019, has been selected to represent Italy in the women's 200 and 400 meters races.
I’m a wheelchair pole dancer — breaking down the barriers of disability
August 12, 2024 | 10:36amNina Alexandridou isn’t afraid of taking big swings in life.
Former Olympian looks gaunt in first sighting after release from prison in murder of girlfriend
April 23, 2024 | 8:10pmGrinning yet gaunt, the 37-year-old former paralympian was photographed by South African news site Netwerk 24. Although he has been released from prison, he is still on strict parole and...
Once-iconic track star ‘too toxic’ to get a job, sweeping church floors after release from prison for killing girlfriend on Valentine's Day: sources
April 10, 2024 | 9:58am"He's too toxic to work with now," one of the members tells The Post. "There's nothing for him here."
Paralyzed hockey player who miraculously survived bus crash that killed 16 teammates, staff qualifies for Paris 2024 in new sport
March 29, 2024 | 2:58am"SAY OUI TO PARIS!" the organization said on Instagram.