Why Ukraine’s Small Paralympic Team Packs Such a Big Punch

By BY GWEN KNAPP from NYT Sports The Ukrainians finished fifth in the overall medal standings in Tokyo with 98, just six fewer than the United States, despite having a much smaller delegation.https://nyti.ms/3zN7Oe8

‘Inspiration Porn’: Paralympians Know It When They See It

By BY GWEN KNAPP from NYT Sports Athletes reject the idea that they should be admired just for coping with disabilities, and not also for what they’ve accomplished.https://nyti.ms/3DIqVZn

Emperor Naruhito, whose family has long supported the Paralympics, will formally open the Games.

By BY MOTOKO RICH from NYT Sports The Imperial Family’s support goes back to the 1964 Paralympics, which were held in Tokyo.https://nyti.ms/3gvfeLE

With Use of Only One Arm, a Snowboarder Speeds to Success

By BY SHAUNA FARNELL from NYT Sports Kiana Clay, who lost use of her dominant arm in an accident, is a fast-rising star who is pushing for inclusion in the 2022 Paralympics.https://nyti.ms/2M1NYbD