Top start for the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games! The competition kicked off on August 28, with the opening ceremony held on the Place de la Concorde. A sober ceremony, but with a strong message about the inclusion and acceptance of disability in our societies, which once again went beyond the stadiums with the athletes' parade down the Champs-Elysées and a show all over the square. Here's a look back at the festivities, from the musical show to the athletes' fervor!
And what a Phryge! It took the form of a red cab covered in stuffed toys, in which the Paralympic champion and future France 3 TV host met several athletes, in an interview format. The cab arrived at the Place de la Concorde with the champion on board, to kick off the festivities. And no, you can't get on board...
Paralympic Games opening ceremony: can the Phryges cab take you around Paris?
It caused a sensation on social networks and at the opening ceremony of the Paris Paralympic Games: the Phryge cab stands out with its unique decoration! Can you climb aboard this special cab? [Read more]
It's the trademark of this Canadian pianist, who loves France... And we love it!
A ceremony without the Patrouille de France isn't much of a ceremony...
Yes, we're talking about the Phrygians, particularly eagerly awaited during the ceremony. These mascots were there to welcome the para-athletes, but also, and above all, to entertain the spectators in the square during the parade of particularly long athletes. We saw them play 1, 2, 3... Soleil, Colin-Maillard, the letter carrier's game or even munching popcorn. In short, we love them!
The artist, who recently made a name for himself at Rock en Seine, performed the song"My Ability", accompanied by dancers... Sublime!
Real name Luc Bruyère, artist Lucky Love sang the track "My Ability" this Wednesday evening at the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. So, who is he? We tell you more. [Read more]
Not bad, eh? It's French!
The South African dancer, who had his leg amputated, set the stage alight with his performance.
And then she took to the air, just like during the Olympic Games.
The ceremony ended on a high note, with a beautiful fireworks display.
Paralympic Games opening ceremony: can the Phryges cab take you around Paris?
Paralympic Games: who is Lucky Love, the performer of "My Ability" at the ceremony?
