Countless Paralympic competitors showcased their talents with a procession along the Champs-Elysees in Paris to celebrate the commencement of the 2024 games.
This edition of the games will feature over 4,000 athletes competing across 22 different sports.
Below are some of the most striking photos from the opening ceremony.
Aircraft from the Patrouille de France soar gracefully above Paris. Pic: AP
Members of Team Great Britain gathered at the Place de la Concorde. Pic: PA
French artist Christine and the Queens delivering a performance during the opening ceremony. Pic: PA
Performers exhibiting their talents during the opening ceremony. Pic: Reuters
Dancers performing on stage. Pic: PA
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Vocalist Lucky Love performs at the inauguration ceremony. Pic: Reuters
Dancers outfitted as The Phyrges, the official mascots of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Pic: PA
A scenery of the Eiffel Tower. Pic: PA
Prime Minister Keir Starmer observes the inauguration ceremony. Pic: PA
The Obelisk of Luxor at the Place de la Concorde. Pic: Reuters
The Obelisk of Luxor showcasing the hues of the French flag. Pic: Reuters
A spectacular fireworks exhibition at the Place de la Concorde. Pic: Reuters
“`A pyrotechnics show at the Place de la Concorde. Image: Reuters
The Olympic flame after being ignited during the inaugural ceremony. Image: Reuters
