Paris 2024: Para judo begins as goalball and Para archery close on Day 8
Day 8 at Paris 2024
As the Paralympic Games continue in Paris, Para judo takes centre stage on Day 8, with the first medals awarded in the sport. Goalball and Para archery conclude their competitions, with the final matches and medal ceremonies taking place.
Para judo is one of the most popular sports at the Paralympics, and it is sure to attract a large crowd at the Accor Arena. The sport is contested by athletes with visual impairments, and it is played on a mat similar to that used in judo. Athletes use a variety of techniques to throw and pin their opponents, and the matches are often very exciting.
Goalball is a team sport played by athletes with visual impairments. The goal of the game is to score goals by rolling a ball into the opponent's net. Athletes use their hearing to track the ball, and they often wear blindfolds to level the playing field. Goalball is a very fast-paced and exciting sport, and it is sure to be a highlight of Day 8.
Para archery is a precision sport that is contested by athletes with physical impairments. The sport is similar to archery, but it is modified to accommodate the needs of athletes with disabilities. Athletes use a variety of bows and arrows, and they shoot at targets from different distances. Para archery is a very challenging sport, but it is also very rewarding. The Paris 2024 Paralympic Games will be the first time that Para archery has been included in the program.
Other events on Day 8
In addition to Para judo, goalball, and Para archery, there will be a number of other events taking place on Day 8 of the Paralympic Games. These include:
- Athletics
- Boccia
- Cycling
- Football 5-a-side
- Powerlifting
- Swimming
- Table tennis
- Volleyball
- Wheelchair basketball
With so many exciting events to choose from, Day 8 of the Paralympic Games is sure to be a memorable one.
