The 2024 Paris Paralympics began with an electrifying ceremony at the Place de la Concorde, featuring former French Para swimmer Theo Curin. Image: olympics.com
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Curin kicked off the event with a spirited shout of "Welcome to Paris!" The moment was followed by a dazzling display of blue, white, and red fireworks. Image: olympics.com
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The athletes' parade, lasting 90 minutes, culminated at sunset with the French delegation’s entrance. Throughout the parade, the Phrygians performed to the beats mixed by DJ Myd. Image: olympics.com
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Afterward, Tony Estanguet, President of Paris 2024, and Andrew Parsons, President of the International Paralympic Committee, delivered speeches. Image: olympics.com
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Emmanuel Macron, President of France, then officially declared the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games open. The Paralympic Flame was then brought to the stage.
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The ceremony concluded on a high note with Christine and the Queens performing "Born to be Alive," followed by a breathtaking fireworks display. Image: olympics.com
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