2000 Summer Paralympics facts for kids
The 2000 Summer Paralympics was a huge sports event. It happened in Sydney, Australia. Athletes with disabilities from all over the world came to compete.
These Games are like the Olympic Games, but for people with different kinds of disabilities. They show amazing strength and skill.
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About the 2000 Sydney Paralympics
The 2000 Summer Paralympics were held in Sydney, New South Wales. This big event took place in October 2000. It was a very exciting time for sports fans.
Where the Games Were Held
Many events happened at Sydney Olympic Park. This park has special places for different sports. Athletes competed in stadiums and aquatic centers.
Important Venues
Some of the main places included:
- Olympic Stadium
- Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre
- State Hockey Centre
Who Competed in Sydney
A total of 3,881 athletes took part. They came from 122 different countries. This made it one of the biggest Paralympic Games ever.
Athletes and Their Abilities
Athletes with various disabilities competed. These included people with:
- Spinal injuries
- Amputations (missing limbs)
- Blindness or vision impairment
- Cerebral palsy
- Other physical disabilities (called "Les Autres")
- Intellectual disabilities
Everyone showed incredible talent and determination.
The Spirit of the Games
The Paralympics are all about courage and inspiration. Athletes train very hard, just like Olympians. They aim to achieve their best.
The 2000 Sydney Games were a big success. They helped people learn more about Paralympic sports. They also celebrated the abilities of all athletes.
Images for kids
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Daytime view of pond with waterlilies at Sydney Olympic Park during the 2000 Sydney Paralympic Games
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The Australian team at the opening ceremony
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Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre
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State Hockey Centre
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Paralympic Torch, designed by Robert Jurgens, now placed in front of ANZ Stadium
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Excited school children in green and gold show their support for the Australian Paralympic Team at the 2000 Summer Paralympics
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Australian cyclist Lyn Lepore shows a gold, silver and bronze medal from the 2000 Sydney Paralympic Games plus the diamond pin presented to her by BHP for winning gold
See also
In Spanish: Juegos Paralímpicos de Sídney 2000 para niños
