The 2024 Paralympics, the world's largest sporting event for athletes with disabilities, will take place in Paris, France, from August 28 to September 8, 2024. This global event, held every four years following the Olympic Games, offers a platform for disabled athletes to showcase their abilities and strength in various sports. The upcoming games will mark the 17th edition of the Paralympics since its inception in Rome in 1960.

Scheduled from August 28 to September 8, 2024, in Paris, France, the 2024 Paralympics will feature over 4,400 athletes from 182 countries. The event will include 22 sports, with 549 gold medals up for grabs. Popular sports such as swimming, athletics, wheelchair basketball, and 5-a-side football are among the highlights. The 2024 Paralympics will be a significant opportunity for disabled athletes worldwide to demonstrate their full potential on the global stage.

Thailand is sending athletes to compete in several events with high medal prospects, including Paralympic taekwondo. The first day of competition will take place at the Grand Palais, where the Thai taekwondo team has strong chances to win medals. Notable athletes include:

In addition to taekwondo, Thailand's athletes also have medal prospects in other sports, including boccia, table tennis, archery, and swimming.

For those interested in following the 2024 Paralympics, here is the detailed schedule of the various sports events, starting from August 28 to September 8, 2024:

In the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics, the Thai national team brought home 5 gold, 5 silver, and 8 bronze medals, a source of pride for the nation. In the 2024 Paralympics, Team Thailand continues to have medal-winning opportunities, with many talented and dedicated athletes competing in this historic event.

Thailand's first medal at the 2024 Paralympics in Paris was won by Khwansuda Phuangkhitja, who secured a bronze in the women’s 47 kg taekwondo event. On August 29, 2024, Khwansuda showcased remarkable determination, defeating her Iranian opponent with a tie-breaking score of 4-4 to clinch the bronze. This victory not only brings honor to Khwansuda herself but also boosts the morale of the entire Thai team as they continue to compete in the 2024 Paralympics.

Thai sports fans can follow and support the Thai athletes through live broadcasts and online platforms as they strive for more medals in the ongoing 2024 Paralympics.