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Largest Refugee Team Ever to Compete at Paris Paralympics

Nine athletes from six countries will participate across six sports, showcasing resilience and hope.

  • The team includes eight competitors and one guide runner.
  • Athletes will compete in athletics, powerlifting, table tennis, taekwondo, triathlon, and wheelchair fencing.
  • This marks an increase from six athletes in the Tokyo 2021 Paralympics.
  • IPC President Andrew Parsons highlighted the athletes' determination amidst global displacement.
  • The Paralympics will take place from August 28 to September 8 in Paris.
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