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The Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games are a major international multi-sport event for athletes with disabilities governed by the International Paralympic Committee. The 16th Summer Paralympic Games, are scheduled to be held in Tokyo, Japan between 24 August and 5 September 2021.

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Paralympic silver medallist in long jump and Paris 2024 Torch Relay captain, Dimitri Pavadé did not expect to have such a successful career but destiny proved otherwise.

One year to go until the Paralympic Games Paris 2024 | Dimitri Pavadé, Torch Relay captain: “I started from nothing and I’ll carry the flame!”

Great Britian's Paralympic champion Kennedy faces her toughest battle to date but is tackling breast cancer treatment with tenacity, optimism and by continuing in the sport she loves.

Rowing

Not even chemotherapy can stop Paralympic cox Erin Kennedy winning European Rowing Championship gold

Our one-stop guide to the 18 April event, which sees Olympic champion Peres Jepchirchir making her Boston Marathon debut. Preview, athletes to watch, and more.

Athletics

Boston Marathon 2022: Everything you need to know about the second Marathon Major of the year

Ahead of the Paralympic Games in Tokyo, the WeThe15 campaign launched with the aim of ending discrimination against the 1.2 billion disabled people in the world. Here are the things to know about the ‘biggest ever’ human rights movement

International Day of People with Disabilities: Things to know about 'WeThe15': Key dates, messages, and how to get involved

The Paralympic gold medallist from New Zealand was awarded the prize for the way she included competition officials after her victory celebrations.

Fans vote Holly Robinson as winner of The Visa Award - Paralympics after display of gratitude at Tokyo 2020

Meet the Tokyo 2020 athletes' dining hall gyozas that won gold after they went down a treat amongst athletes throughout the Games.

Yuzuru HANYU

Yuzuru Hanyu-approved gyozas star of Tokyo 2020 Olympic Village

Tokyo has bid farewell to the Paralympic Games in a spectacular Closing Ceremony full of colour, diversity and flair.

Paralympic Games

Top moments from the Closing Ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games

Leani Oktila Ratri achieved a historic Para badminton double at Tokyo 2020 and came close to making it three gold medals in the three competitions she played in, read her incredible story here.

Badminton

Paralympic badminton star Leani Ratri Oktila: The pride of Indonesia

As the curtains close on the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games, here are the pick of the highlights from the twelfth day of competition on Sunday 4 September. 

Daily wrap-up: The top moments from Day 12 of the 2020 Paralympic Games in Tokyo

France star draws glittering career to a close after winning silver at Tokyo 2020, but will lead the home nation out at Paris 2024 as its president.

Marie-Amelie le Fur: Society needs to change. Disability is a strength

In a watershed moment for the host country, the greatest ever in men's wheelchair tennis lets it all out at Ariake Tennis Park under the gaze of all of Japan

'I am the strongest': KUNIEDA Shingo underlines GOAT credentials with third Paralympic singles gold

19-year-old Ambra Sabatini led Italy to a historic clean sweep in the women's 100m T63 along with teammates Martina Caironi and Monica Graziana Contrafatto on Saturday, day 11 of the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games

Five things to know about Italy's Ambra Sabatini

Team USA’s 20-time Paralympic medalist 'proud' after winning gold, silver and bronze in Tokyo; wheelchair racer will ‘regroup and recover’ before competing at Berlin marathon.

Tatyana McFadden finishes fifth in T54 marathon

On the penultimate day of Paralympic action, here are the pick of the highlights from the eleventh day of competition on Saturday 4 September. 

Daily wrap-up: The top moments from Day 11 of the 2020 Paralympic Games in Tokyo

The Cuban athlete now has hit an all-time high of eight gold medals in her Paralympic career after winning the three of her events - the 100m, 200m and 400m - at Tokyo 2020 

The stellar career of Cuban track and field star Omara Durand

IPC President Andrew Parsons on Tokyo 2020: ‘The 1.2 billion people with disabilities cannot be ignored’

Andrew Parsons praises successful Paralympic Games in Tokyo that sent ‘very important message’

As swimming concluded at the Tokyo Aquatics Centre, here are the pick of the highlights from the tenth day of competition on Friday 3 September. 

Daily wrap-up: The top moments from Day 10 of the 2020 Paralympic Games in Tokyo

The USA swim star claimed a 16th gold and a 29th Paralympic medal overall by winning the women's 100m butterfly S8 in Tokyo. She finishes her fifth Paralympic Games with six medals.

Swimming

Jessica Long adds 16th Paralympic gold medal to the stack in final race at Tokyo 2020

Three-time world champion taking it ‘day by day’ in bid for historic gold; badminton making its Paralympic bow at Tokyo 2020 with doubles and singles action heating up at the Yoyogi National Stadium.

Badminton ace Leani Ratri Oktila proud to represent Indonesia as triple crown becomes tantilising prospect

With records in the pool and on the track falling, here are the pick of the highlights from the ninth day of competition on Thursday 2 September.

Daily wrap-up: The top moments from Day 9 of the 2020 Paralympic Games in Tokyo

Turkish table tennis star was so ecstatic that he ran his wheelchair straight into a barrier and fell out in a gold medal moment which went viral

Table Tennis

Abdullah Ozturk cannot recall epic celebration of second Paralympic title

The ParalympicsGB swimmer burst onto the scene at Beijing 2008 aged 13 before then cementing her status as a Paralympic superstar at her home games in London 2012. 

Great Britain swimming legend Ellie Simmonds to hang up Paralympic goggles after Tokyo 2020

The Burundian para taekwondo athlete on how sport helped him overcome trauma and the pain of losing his family.

Taekwondo

Refugee Paralympian Parfait Hakizimana: "Good things are ahead, not behind us."

The multiple Paralympic gold medallist finished fourth in her final track event of Tokyo 2020, as Manuela Schaer claimed her second gold of the Games.

Tatyana McFadden misses out on medals in 400m T54 final

The 400m runner tells Olympics.com how she is using her Tokyo 2020 platform to demystify albinism, and encourage disabled people to take up sport.

Zambian runner Monica Munga: from living in constant state of fear to a Paralympic dream 

Plunging into Tokyo 2020 a year later than planned may have been Pascoe's greatest challenge, but even that couldn't stop the Kiwi from winning.

Sophie Pascoe: New Zealand’s Para swimming star glitters at Tokyo 2020

Haven’s parents had an affair in Vietnam and decided to take their own lives. Haven survived, and now has made her dream come true as a Paralympic swimmer for Team USA.

Haven Shepherd – the US swimmer who survived a family suicide attempt to become a Paralympian

History in the making as Sarah Storey is crowned Great Britain's most successful Paralympic athlete after winning her 17th gold medal in the C4-5 cycling road race at the Fuji International Speedway on Day 9 at Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games.

Cycling legend Sarah Storey makes history for Great Britain with 17th Paralympic gold medal

19-time Paralympic medalist eyes eighth Para gold in her final track event of Tokyo 2020; women's 400m T54 final on Thursday 2 September at 19:40 JST

Tatyana McFadden qualifies for 400m T54 final

As Para taekwondo makes it debut at the Paralympic Games, the Dane will be looking to add another title to her illustrious career

Veteran taekwondo champion Lisa Gjessing relishing first Paralympic chance 

As swimming and athletics delivered more record breaking moments, here are the pick of the highlights from the eighth day of competition on Wednesday 1st September.

Daily wrap-up: The top moments from Day 8 of the 2020 Paralympic Games in Tokyo

To celebrate Tokyo 2020’s most inspiring moments, Visa will donate $100,000 USD to the winning athletes’ chosen eligible charities.

Have your say: IOC, IPC and Visa announce fan-voted award for Tokyo 2020

Hear from wheelchair racing legend Tatyana McFadden as the Rio 2016 silver medallist targets Tokyo 2020 last marathon hurrah.

Feature

Olympic Channel Podcast: Tatyana McFadden on her remarkable recovery to make Tokyo 2020

Team USA cyclist secures second gold in as many days; clinches tenth Paralympic medal across both Winter and Summer Games and eyes further glory

Cycling Road

Oksana Masters powers through to win H5 road race

As action from the athletics and swimming continued, here are the pick of the highlights from the seventh day of competition on Tuesday 31st August.

Daily wrap-up: The top moments from Day 7 of the 2020 Paralympic Games in Tokyo

Team USA's wheelchair racing superstar Tatyana McFadden couldn't claim a 1500m T54 golden threepeat but the 19-time medallist isn't finished with the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics yet.

Tatyana McFadden's 1500m crown taken by ZHOU Zhaoqian at Tokyo 2020 Paralympics

Storey joins Mike Kenny on 16 golds following a triumphant ride in the women's C5 time trial at Tokyo 2020, and has the chance to sit at the top unchallenged with a gold in the women's road race on Thursday (2 September). 

Sarah Storey becomes Britain's joint most successful Paralympian by securing time trial gold

The most decorated active Paralympian added yet another medal to her impressive haul by touching the wall in second behind fellow USA para swimmer Morgan Stickney. 

Jessica Long scores silver to take Paralympic medal career total to 26

For the heart and soul of Japanese wheelchair rugby, a second successive bronze at Tokyo 2020 wasn't good enough. It's all about being the best in the world for the 43-year-old try-scoring machine.

Wheelchair Rugby

Summer of discontent: IKEZAKI Daisuke not settling for bronze, eyes elusive gold at Paris 2024

This is the second gold medal for Cuban athletics on the seventh day of the Tokyo 2020 Games

Cuba's Omara Durand defends crown and wins sixth Paralympic gold medal

Leaping to gold at 7.46, the Cuban eclipsed all rivals to win his first gold medal and the first for Cuba at Tokyo 2020

Robiel Sol debuts at his first Games in style: First gold medal for Cuba and Paralympic record

Team USA star tops podium in her fifth Paralympic Games; athlete medals in her fourth sport spanning both Winter and Summer Games.

Oksana Masters wins gold in the H4-5 time trial to clinch ninth Paralympic medal

Equestrian and powerlifting reached their conclusions while athletics and swimming continued to deliver swathes of record breaking action. Here are our highlights from the sixth day of competition on Monday 30th August.

Daily wrap-up: The top moments from Day 6 of the 2020 Paralympic Games in Tokyo

Brad Snyder became the first U.S. man to win a medal in an individual Paralympic or Olympic triathlon. He talks about his journey, the blast in Afghanistan that cost his sight, Paris 2024 and the essential support he gets from his wife and team.

Triathlon

Brad Snyder talks historic first triathlon gold for USA and that moment in Afghanistan

Team USA's wheelchair racing star Tatyana McFadden is in the hunt for an eight gold medal after she put down the fastest time in her qualifying heat at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics

Tatyana McFadden tops qualifying in the 1500m T54, aims for 20th Paralympic medal

The South African Paralympics star is the first African wheelchair tennis player to compete in all four Majors in a year.

Kgothatso Montjane: my achievements will open doors for Africans who want to play wheelchair tennis

The men's wheelchair rugby competition concluded along with the judo, and world records continued to tumble in the pool on the track. Here are the pick of the highlights from the fifth day of competition on Sunday 29 August.

Daily wrap-up: The top moments from Day 5 of the 2020 Paralympic Games in Tokyo

Bebe Vio followed up her phenomenal performance in the women’s foil with a team silver for Italy in the wheelchair fencing.

China win gold in the women’s foil team event at Tokyo 2020; Bebe Vio and Italy take silver

Team USA's wheelchair superstar Tatyana McFadden added yet another Paralympic medal to her historic haul in Tokyo 2020 in the 800m, as her fifth Paras gather speed, read our exclusive interview with her here.

Tatyana McFadden adds 19th Paralympic medal to the collection

Stef Reid and Brent Lakatos are attending their fourth Paralympics together in their 13th year of marriage. The pair talk about the evolution of their relationship and potential plans for life after athletics.

Q&A: Long jumper Stef Reid & wheelchair racer Brent Lakatos open up on their relationship

After a mistake cost her the title at Rio 2016, Steadman came to Japan with only redemption in mind. Days before her gold medal victory she shared with the Olympic Channel Podcast how she transformed her mental outlook in preparation.

Lauren Steadman: how the Para-triathlete transformed her mental outlook to win gold at Tokyo 2020

The Afghanistan Paralympic Team, represented by Zakia Khudadadi and Hossain Rasouli, arrived in the Japanese capital on Saturday ready to compete at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games.

For hope, peace, and solidarity - Afghan team arrives in Tokyo to compete at the Paralympic Games

USA star sets sight on second medal at Tokyo 2020 on Sunday 29 August at 19:17 JST; 18-time Paralympic medallist hopes to add to her collection after winning bronze on Saturday.

Tatyana McFadden qualifies for 800m T54 final in bid for eighth Paralympic gold

Superstar para swimmer Jessica Long won the women's 200m individual medley SM8 to add to her considerable collection, and she's only getting started.

Jessica Long claims 14th Paralympic gold, first at Tokyo 2020 Paralympics

As action from the track cycling concluded with more world records being broken, here are the pick of the highlights from the fourth day of competition on Saturday 28th August.

Daily wrap-up: The top moments from Day 4 of the 2020 Paralympic Games in Tokyo

Bebe Vio extends the incredible summer of sport for Italy with an superb display at the women's foil individual - category B event in Japan

Bebe Vio wins second Paralympic gold medal in wheelchair fencing after dominant performance at Tokyo 2020

The Mexican powerlifting legend won her fourth gold medal at the Paralympic Games 

Amalia Pérez reigns supreme with gold for Mexico in women's -61kg powerlifting

Three months before the Beijing 2008 Olympics, a powerful 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck off the town of Yingxiu, Sichuan Province, China. Paralympian TANG Xuemei lost her left calf but survived. However, it led to an unexpected turn in her life and towards her true calling: sitting volleyball. The athlete spoke to Tokyo 2020 last May.

TANG Xuemei: The will to live and to be better 

Team USA’s self-titled ‘Armless Archer’ heaps praise on Italian fencer after blazing through to the last eights in the Tokyo heat; stars were filmed alongside other para athletes in the 2020 documentary Rising Phoenix.

Archery

Matt Stutzman: ‘Bebe Vio is my idol… she’s amazing’

The Galician athlete, doctor and 'Time' cover girl has achieved a historic triumph for the Spanish national team

Susana Rodríguez wins Spain's first Paralympic gold medal in triathlon

As action from the athletics and archery saw the world records continue to fall, here are the pick of the highlights from the third day of competition on Friday 27th August.

Daily wrap-up: The top moments from Day 3 of the 2020 Paralympic Games in Tokyo

Zahra Nemati is no stranger to making history. She became the first Iranian woman to win gold and participated at both the Olympics and Paralympics in the same year.

Zahra Nemati wants to change the world around her 

The powerlifter has become the nation's new hero after winning El Salvador's first Paralympic medal in history

Herbert Aceituno wins first Paralympic medal for El Salvador

The multiple Paralympic gold medallist is inspired by his family to achieve even more success at Tokyo 2020, and wants his legacy to be breaking down the barrier of prejudice.

Brazilian Para swimmer Daniel Dias: "Disability does not define who we are, what defines each of us is within"

As world records continued to fall in the pool and at the velodrome, here are the pick of the highlights from the second day of competition on Thursday 26th August.

Daily wrap-up: The top moments from Day 2 of the 2020 Paralympic Games in Tokyo

Major title holders and Paralympic medallists, Kunieda Shingo and Kamiji Yui have each been ranked No.1 in the world. They’d like to claim the top spot for Tokyo 2020, as well. 

Japanese wheelchair tennis stars Kunieda and Kamiji look for golden homecoming at Tokyo Paralympics

Celebrations for Anastasia Pagonis after she breaks world record twice in 400m freestyle S11 to claim USA's first gold; while Japan's SUZUKI Takayuki wins 100m freestyle S4 on Day 2 at Tokyo 2020.

Anastasia Pagonis breaks swimming world record twice and wins USA's first gold

Back in 2017, Tatyana McFadden wondered if her illustrious wheelchair racing career would ever be able to continue. Now she’s back and ready to take on the world at Tokyo 2020.

17-time Paralympic medallist Tatyana McFadden: “I didn't know if I would actually make it to this team for Tokyo”

From the age of 10, Hill has suffered the effects of Charcot-Marie-Tooth Syndrome, and struggled to open up to others about his invisible disability. Now 23-year-old, he's making his Paralympic debut at Tokyo 2020 in 2021, inspired by three incredible role models.

USA Para swimmer Jamal Hill on being diagnosed with CMT, role models in sport, and inspiring others to swim

The 39-year-old lost both of his legs on his fourth tour of Afghanistan with the Royal Air Force. But finding wheelchair rugby during his rehabilitation helped 'get his life back on track' and opened his eyes to the possibilities of disability sports. 

How Stuart Robinson got 'back on track' with wheelchair rugby after life-changing injuries

No one knows better than five-time Paralympic gold medal winning Natalia Partyka that a target is on her back. As she gets her Tokyo 2020 campaign underway, find out the things you should know about the Olympic and Paralympic double threat.

Natalia Partyka: The Polish Olympian hunting a fifth successive Paralympic table tennis singles title at Tokyo 2020

From upsets to world records and triumphant teens, here are the pick of the highlights from the opening day of competition. 

Daily wrap-up: The top moments from Day 1 of the 2020 Paralympic Games in Tokyo

The most successful men’s para-swimmer of all time began his final Paralympic Games in style as he clinched his 25th Olympic medal in the men’s 200m freestyle S5 final. Find out where you can watch the Brazilian in action at Tokyo 2020.

Daniel Dias hits monumental medal milestone as his final Paralympic Games begin at Tokyo 2020

Here is everything you need to watch eight-time U.S. Paralympic medallist Oksana Masters compete at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games in 2021 in ‘operation take down unfinished business.’

Oksana Masters: Multi-sport Paralympic powerhouse ready for redemption at Tokyo 2020

Athletes from around the world filled the Olympic Stadium with hope, togetherness and diversity as the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games was declared open; Little One-Winged Plane the star of the unique Opening Ceremony

Let the Games begin: Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games lift off with celebration of diversity

The Afghanistan Paralympic Committee withdrew its athletes from the Games due to flights being cancelled out of the nation's capital, Kabul.

Afghanistan flag represented at Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games Opening Ceremony in 'act of solidarity and peace' 

Here is what you need to watch Jessica Long, the second-most decorated Paralympian in U.S. history, compete in swimming at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games in 2021. 

Multi-Paralympic champion Jessica Long ready to dominate in the pool once again at Tokyo 2020 

Whilst athletes are getting ready to make their mark, find out what the Games mean for some of these Paralympians

Paralympians share their love for the Paralympic Games

When and where will Wheelchair Fencing begin? Who are the ones to watch? Here is everything you need to know about Wheelchair Fencing at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games.

Wheelchair Fencing at Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games: everything you need to know

As the clock ticks down to the Opening Ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games on 24 August, let's look back and relive the magic and spectacle over the past 20 years

Opening Ceremony moments from past Paralympic Games

Alphonso Davies was born in a refugee camp in Ghana and said ‘the world is behind you’ to the team members who will be competing at the Paralympic Games in Japan.

Football

Alphonso Davies of Bayern Munich sends message of goodwill to Refugee Paralympic Team 

As Japan readies itself to host the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games, let's take a look back at the first time they hosted the marquee event - back in 1964.

Remembering the Tokyo 1964 Paralympic Games

As the Paralympics edge closer, here's everything you need to know; from athletes to keep a look out for, to the schedule, and how you can watch. 

Tokyo 2020 Paralympics: Everything you need to know 

Markus Rehm has jumped further than anyone else in the world – including Olympic athletes – in 2021.

Markus Rehm: the record breaking German long jumper is aiming for a fourth title at Tokyo 2020

17-year-old Anastasia Pagonis lost her sight completely at 14. With the help of guide dog Radar, she was able to find a new found freedom that helped her fall in love with life again - and get to her first Paralympic Games. 

Anastasia Pagonis: This is my message

33-year-old Kylie Grimes believes that nothing in life is a failure - and that's her secret to making sure she gets the most out of life. Now she's ready to use that mentality to help Great Britain in their bid for wheelchair rugby gold. 

Britain's wheelchair rugby star Kylie Grimes: "I want so much from my life"

Here’s everything you need to know about the two new sports and stars expected to thrill at Tokyo 2020

Para badminton and Para taekwondo stars to watch at Tokyo 2020

As the Paralympic Games return to Japan's capital after 57 years, the country's Para athletes are ready to put on a show.

Japanese athletes to watch at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games

With just five days to go until the Opening Ceremony of the Paralympic Games, Tokyo 2020 celebrates the record-breaking achievements of five Paralympians

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