Japan and India Shine at Paris Paralympics

The 2024 Paris Paralympics concluded with remarkable achievements, notably by Japan, which secured 41 medals including 14 golds, a record for the nation. Aki Taguchi, head of Japan's delegation, highlighted the athletes' dedication and strategic training, particularly in wheelchair tennis where Japan claimed multiple golds, denying the Netherlands consecutive victories. Poppy Maskill, a 19-year-old swimmer from ParalympicsGB, made a stunning debut, winning five medals including a world record in the women's 100m butterfly, earning her a flag-bearing role at the Closing Ceremony. India celebrated its most successful Paralympic campaign, achieving 29 medals across five sports, surpassing its previous record from Tokyo 2020. The event showcased the rising level of competition and the increasing sophistication of para-sport globally, with countries demonstrating enhanced training strategies and commitment to inclusivity.