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The aren’t the only big sporting event taking place this summer in Paris, France. Starting August 28, the city will host the Paralympics too. It’s the world’s biggest competition for athletes with disabilities.
The first official Paralympics were held in 1960 in Rome, Italy. About 400 athletes from 23 countries took part.
This summer, about 4,400 athletes from more than 110 countries will participate in the Games. They will compete in 22 sports.
Here are three athletes hoping to win gold for Team USA.