Paralympic News: Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games Concludes with Record-Breaking Participation
The Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games came to a close on September 7, 2020, with a record-breaking 4,400 athletes from 162 countries participating in the competition. This is the largest number of participants in the history of the Paralympic Games, surpassing the previous record set at the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games.
The Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games featured 22 sports and 539 events, with a total of 33 medal events being held. The competition was fierce, with athletes pushing themselves to their limits to achieve their best performances.
The Japanese delegation performed exceptionally well, winning a total of 28 medals, including 14 gold medals. This is the largest number of medals won by a single country in the history of the Paralympic Games.
The most successful athletes of the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games were:

* Tomoki Yoshida (Japan): Yoshida won a total of 5 gold medals in the men's high jump T44 and F42 events.
* Hiroki Miyazawa (Japan): Miyazawa won a total of 4 gold medals in the men's 100m T38 and 400m T38 events.
* Yui Anzai (Japan): Anzai won a total of 4 gold medals in the women's 100m T37 and 400m T37 events.

The Paralympic Games also saw several notable milestones and firsts, including:

* The Paralympic Games saw the introduction of a new sport, Para badminton, which made its Paralympic debut in Tokyo.
* For the first time in Paralympic history, athletes with intellectual disabilities were allowed to compete in the Games.
* The Games also saw the participation of a record number of athletes from Africa, with 10 nations taking part in the competition.

Overall, the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games were a great success, with record-breaking participation and exceptional performances from athletes around the world. The Games highlighted the importance of inclusivity and accessibility in sports and demonstrated the incredible abilities of athletes with disabilities.

Source: NHK News