Paris 2024 Paralympics Athletics Schedule

Track and Field Events

The athletics competition at the 2024 Paris Paralympics will feature a wide range of track and field events, including:

• Sprints (100m, 200m, 400m, 800m, 1500m)
• Middle-distance races (5000m, 10000m)
• Hurdle races (100m hurdles, 400m hurdles)
• Javelin throw
• Discus throw
• Shot put
• Long jump
• Triple jump
• Pole vault
• High jump

Classification

Athletes competing in athletics at the Paralympics are classified into different categories based on their level of disability. This ensures that athletes compete against others with similar abilities.

Competition Format

The athletics competition at the Paralympics will be held over eight days, from August 28th to September 4th. Medal events will be held in each of the track and field events listed above.

Key Facts

• The athletics competition is one of the largest events at the Paralympics, with over 1,000 athletes expected to compete.
• The competition will be held in the brand-new Stade de France, which was built for the 2024 Summer Olympics.
• Tickets for the athletics competition are now on sale.