Hungarian Paralympic Team Returns from Paris with 15 Medals
The Hungarian Paralympic team has returned home from Paris with an impressive haul of 15 medals, marking a successful conclusion to the 17th edition of the Paralympic Games. Held from last Wednesday until Sunday evening, the Games saw 168 delegations, including a refugee team, compete across 22 sports with approximately 4,400 athletes participating, including 88 Russians and 8 Belarusians who competed as neutrals.
Hungary was represented by 39 athletes who competed in 13 sports and 68 disciplines. Their performance in Paris closely mirrored their success at the Tokyo Paralympics three years ago, where they secured 16 podium finishes, including seven gold medals. In Paris, the Hungarian team earned a total of 15 medals: 5 gold, 6 silver, and 4 bronze, placing them 26th in the overall medal table.
László Szabó, President of the Hungarian Paralympic Committee, expressed his immense satisfaction with the team's performance and dedication. He highlighted the team's consistent excellence, stating, "This team was fantastic. Every athlete gave their best for every single result, that is the most important thing." He emphasized that Hungary has entered a "golden era" of para-sport, and he is confident that this success will continue in the future.
The Hungarian team was led by kayaker Péter Pál Kiss and swimmer Zsófia Konkoly, who had the honor of carrying the national flag during the closing ceremony. Their achievements, along with those of their teammates, have made the nation proud, underscoring Hungary's strong presence in international para-sport.
