French authorities foiled three plots to attack the Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris and other cities that hosted the summer events, the national counterterrorism prosecutor said Wednesday. CBC | Sports News
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Olympics star slapped with 12-month ban after cocaine arrest in Paris
Australian hockey player Tom Craig has been banned for 12 months following his arrest on suspicion of buying cocaine at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Daily Express :: Sport Feed
Read More »Paralympians shine in City of Light: a look back at unforgettable moments from Paris 2024
The 17th Summer Paralympic Games in Paris showcased the monumental power of Para sport and the awe-inspiring athleticism of its competitors, giving us a wealth of unforgettable highlights, inspiring displays and tear-jerking triumphs. CBC | Sports News
Read More »As Paris Paralympics come to close, 4-year competitive cycle for athletes begins anew
With another Paralympics having come to a close, it’s time to look at some of the key storylines that played out in Paris, while looking forward to the next winter edition in two year’s time, and outlining what the next cycle could look like for Canada’s Paralympians. CBC | Sports News
Read More »Canadian women make history during final days of Paris Paralympics
The Canadian women’s sitting volleyball team, canoeist Brianna Hennessy, and swimmers Shelby Newkirk and Danielle Dorris capture historic medals at Paris 2024. CBC | Sports News
Read More »After a tough Tokyo, Canada restored Paralympic Games momentum in Paris
What looked like a bounce back for Canada at the Paralympic Games was more of a return to form. Canada’s 10 gold medals in Paris were the most since 19 in Beijing in 2008, and also doubled the output at the Tokyo Games three years ago. CBC | Sports News
Read More »Watch the 2024 Paris Paralympics closing ceremony
Watch live coverage of the 2024 Paris Paralympics closing ceremony from the Stade de France, featuring host Scott Russell. CBC | Sports News
Read More »‘Incredibly disappointed’: Canadian women fall to China in wheelchair basketball bronze-medal match in Paris
Canada’s wheelchair basketball teams will be leaving Paris without a medal. Following the men’s tough loss to Germany in Saturday’s bronze-medal game, the Canadian women faltered and were unable beat China for a place on the podium. CBC | Sports News
Read More »Andy Murray enters tournament weeks after he retired at Paris Olympics
Andy Murray has signed up to a new tournament. Daily Express :: Sport Feed
Read More »Canadian Para canoeist Brianna Hennessy searching for greater meaning in Paris
Canada’s Brianna Hennessy, the 39-year-old from Ottawa, is in Paris for her second Paralympics and looking to reach her first podium. She’ll compete in two events beginning Friday. But even amid the spectre of claiming her first medal, Hennessy is vying for something grander. CBC | Sports News
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