As the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games commence, teams from around the world, including Bermuda, New Brunswick, and the Philippines, are eager to showcase their talents. Bermuda's Jessica Lewis will carry the flag at the opening ceremony, and both she and Yushae DeSilva-Andrade are considered strong medal contenders, with Bermuda aiming for its first-ever Paralympic medal. New Brunswick athletes, including Colin Higgins and Kamylle Frenette, are returning to the Paralympics, hoping to improve on previous performances. The Philippines will be represented by six athletes, including Cendy Asusano and Jerrold Mangliwan, as they aim to replicate the success of past medalists. Meanwhile, British stars like Sarah Storey and Alfie Hewett are expected to compete fiercely across various sports, with many aiming to set new records. The excitement is palpable as athletes prepare to make their mark in this historic event, which features a record 4,400 participants from 168 delegations.