The long-awaited opening ceremony took place precisely 364 days later than planned and more than 16 months since being postponed
Addressing athletes inside the stadium, IPC president Andrew Parsons said: “Paralympians you gave your all to be here: blood, sweat and tears. Now it’s your moment to show to the world your skill, your strength, your determination.
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