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Countdown Begins: 2028 Paralympic Games Schedule Unveiled!

11/20/2025

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Summary

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Los Angeles announced the schedule for 2028 Paralympic Games, marking 1,000 days until Opening Ceremony on August 15, 2028.
The schedule features 23 sports and 560 medal events across 294 sessions, the most in Paralympic history.
Wheelchair rugby starts August 13 and boccia starts August 14, ahead of the Opening Ceremony.
Para climbing debuts during the Games, with four days of events, and the Closing Ceremony is August 27 at LA Memorial Coliseum.

History

Historical Context

The 1988 Seoul Paralympic Games were significant as they marked the first time the Olympics and Paralympics were held in the same city since 1964. Featuring 3,000 athletes from 61 countries, this event showcased the growing recognition of athletes with disabilities. The International Paralympic Committee's support led to increased inclusivity, setting a precedent for future games, including the upcoming 2028 Los Angeles Paralympics.

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Story summary

Los Angeles announced the schedule for 2028 Paralympic Games, marking 1,000 days until Opening Ceremony on August 15, 2028.
The schedule features 23 sports and 560 medal events across 294 sessions, the most in Paralympic history.
Wheelchair rugby starts August 13 and boccia starts August 14, ahead of the Opening Ceremony.
Para climbing debuts during the Games, with four days of events, and the Closing Ceremony is August 27 at LA Memorial Coliseum.

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