the paralympic games are here but what exactly are they the Paro Olympics are a major International multisport Event for athletes with disabilities permanent injuries or impairments they run parallel to the Olympics showcasing the incredible skill strength and determination of these athletes from wheelchair basketball to Paras swimming the par Olympics cover a wide range of sports each adapted to highlight the abilities of its competitor this year in Paris over 4,400 athletes from around the world will compete in 22 sports they're aiming for 549 medals over 11 days these athletes have faced and overcome challenges that most of us can only imagine and they're ready to inspire the world so get ready to witness the extraordinary support these amazing athletes and don't forget to subscribe for more updates