India's Paris Paralympics 2024 campaign continues on Day 2 with two medal events lined up. Shooter Avani Lekhara, a two-time Paralympic medalist, begins her campaign in the women's 10m air rifle standing SH1 qualification event. Additionally, a young Indian archer will compete in the round of 16 match. After a mixed opening day, the Indian contingent seeks to make a mark on Friday, August 30. With high hopes pinned on Lekhara, the focus will be on her performance, as well as the archer's potential to advance in the competition.

Carlos Alcaraz, the world number three, suffered a surprise defeat to Botic van de Zandschulp in the US Open second round, losing 6-1, 7-5, 6-4. Alcaraz, who won recent Grand Slam titles at Roland Garros and Wimbledon, attributed his loss to the demanding tennis calendar, citing "tight scheduling" as a contributing factor. This unexpected exit marks a significant upset, as Alcaraz was considered a top contender for the title. His comments highlight the challenging nature of the tennis season, sparking discussion about player burnout and scheduling pressures. Van de Zandschulp's victory marks a notable achievement for the underdog.

Debuting after a six-year hiatus, British Paralympic archer Jodie Grinham, seven months pregnant, competed in the women's individual compound open, achieving a personal best score of 693 and finishing fourth. She also secured a second-place finish in the mixed team compound open ranking round alongside Nathan MacQueen. Following a brief health scare earlier in the week, where her baby's movement caused concern, Grinham's doctors confirmed the baby's health and advised rest after competition. Grinham will resume competition on Saturday in the elimination round, welcoming a rest day on Friday to fine-tune her performance.

Great Britain's swimming team secured first two gold medals at the Paralympics in Paris, with Poppy Maskill and Tully Kearney emerging victorious. Maskill set a new world record in the women's S14 100m butterfly with a time of 1:03 minutes, breaking the previous record by 0.33 seconds. This marked ParalympicsGB's first gold medal at the Paris Games. Additionally, the team won three silver medals, including one in swimming and two in velodrome events, as well as a bronze medal in table tennis, showcasing a strong start to the competition.

On Day 1 of the Paralympics 2024 in Paris, Sheetal Devi set a new world record in para archery with a score of 703, only to be narrowly beaten by Turkey's Oznur Cure, who scored 704. Devi’s score surpassed the previous record, but Cure's final shot secured her top position. Indian archers Sarita and Harvinder finished 9th in their respective events. The day also featured a win for T. Murugesan and K. Nitesh in mixed doubles SL/GU, while Mandeep Kaur faced a defeat. India’s delegation of 84 athletes is competing across 22 sports.

On Day 1 of the Paris Paralympics 2024, Indian athletes had varied outcomes. In badminton, Nithya Sre Sumathy Sivan won her Women’s Singles SH6 Group A match, while Thulasimathi Murugesan triumphed in Women’s Singles SU5. Tarun secured victory in Men’s Singles SL4. However, India’s mixed doubles pair Sivarajan Solaimalai and Nithya Sre Sivan faced defeat. In Taekwondo, Aruna Tanwar suffered a heavy loss. Additionally, Sheetal Devi achieved second place in the Women’s Individual Compound Open Ranking Round in archery.

India’s armless archer, Sheetal Devi, narrowly missed setting a new world record in the women's individual compound competition at the Paris Paralympics on Thursday. Sheetal, scoring a personal best of 703 points, initially broke the Para Games record but was overtaken by Turkey's Oznur Cure, who shot 704 in her final attempt. Despite missing the top spot, Sheetal's remarkable performance solidified her position among the world’s best para archers. Having overcome immense challenges, including a congenital condition that left her without arms, Sheetal’s resilience continues to inspire many as she advances in the competition.

The 2024 Paralympic Games begin in Paris on August 29, following a grand opening ceremony. This edition, the 17th Summer Paralympics, occurs two weeks after the conclusion of the Olympic Games. India, achieved a record 19 medals at the Tokyo Paralympics, is set to compete in multiple sports. The youngest Indian athlete, 17-year-old Sheetal Devi, will participate in para archery. In badminton, athletes including Palak Kohli, Thulasimathi Murugesan, and gold medalist Krishna Nagar will compete. Aruna Tanwar will participate in para taekwondo, while Jyoti Gaderiya aims for medals in para cycling's C1-3 3000m individual pursuit.

Digvijay Patil, an Indian Foreign Service officer, has completed the 'Ironman 140.6 European Championship', becoming the first Indian diplomat to achieve this feat. The event consisted of a 3.8 km swim, 180 km bike ride, and 42.2 km run, which Patil finished in 14 hours and 22 minutes. Currently serving as Second Secretary in the Indian embassy in Kazakhstan, Patil showcased his endurance and dedication. His achievement marks a notable milestone, earning him the coveted 'Ironman' title. Patil's remarkable performance highlights his commitment to pushing boundaries beyond his diplomatic duties.

The 2024 Paris Paralympics opening ceremony kicks off tonight, featuring a historic parade through the city's iconic landmarks. Approximately 4,400 athletes from over 180 countries will participate, including ParalympicsGB flagbearers Lucy Shuker and Terry Bywater. The ceremony starts at 7pm local time and concludes at 10pm. This marks the first time the Paralympics opening ceremony will be held outside a stadium. Competitions begin Thursday in sports such as track cycling, swimming, taekwondo, and table tennis. The event is expected to draw 65,000 spectators, showcasing the unity and determination of Paralympic athletes from around the world.