Alexandre Lefevre In 2016, during the Paralympic Games in Rio, the representative of the French delegation assured that spectators would experience sensations as strong as during the Olympic Games.
Michaël Jeremiasz eagerly awaits the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games
The head of the French delegation for the Paris 2024 Games, Michaël Jeremiasz, spoke on Tuesday, August 20, on franceinfo, expressing that he is “impatient” and “very excited” as the Paralympic Games approach, which will take place from August 28 to September 8 in Paris. A former wheelchair tennis champion and gold medalist in doubles at the Beijing 2008 Games, he hopes to relive the same success as that of the Olympic Games next week. He also states that he wants the adventure to continue, having been the flag bearer for the French delegation in Rio in 2016.
A palpable anticipation among Paralympic athletes
Even though Michaël Jeremiasz acknowledges that the “hype has calmed down,” he emphasizes that Paralympic athletes are also very excited, despite some pressures related to the performances of French athletes in the Olympic Games. He insists on the positive impact of having the Games at home, encouraging the public to come discover new sports and athletes and to experience enriching moments with family.
“Come and get blown away!”
Michaël Jeremiasz, four-time Paralympic medalist in wheelchair tennison franceinfo
Michaël Jeremiasz aims to surpass the 2.7 million tickets sold in London during the last edition of the Paralympic Games. He announces that over 1.5 million tickets have already been sold for Paris 2024 and invites the public to experience intense emotions during this major sporting event.
The Paralympic Games, a showcase for disability
Without revealing details about the opening ceremony, Michaël Jeremiasz promises a unique and magical ceremony, highlighting the symbolic choice of Place de la Concorde for this event. He emphasizes the activist and impactful nature of this ceremony, which will shed light on the history of disabled people and the role of sport in their empowerment.
Finally, Michaël Jeremiasz underscores that the Paralympic Games help highlight accessibility issues in France and in the Paris region. He believes that this event acts as a catalyst for the necessary transformation to ensure access and rights for disabled individuals, thereby contributing to a more inclusive and equitable society.
Source of the article: Francetvinfo
