In a vibrant display of national pride, Róisín Ní Riain and Orla Comerford returned from Paris, their hands waving the Irish flag high from their flight home.
Róisín, who clinched both a bronze and a silver in the 100m backstroke and the 200m medley in S13 swimming, and Orla, who brought home a bronze in the T13 athletics, were the stars of this triumphant moment.
More Medalists Shine
Katie-George Dunlevy made a remarkable impact in cycling, winning gold in the Women’s Road Time Trial B alongside her pilot, Linda Kelly.
She also earned silver in both the Women’s Road Race B and the Women’s Individual Pursuit B with Kelly by her side.
Their incredible performance added to the list of achievements for Team Ireland.
Social Media Buzz
The excitement was palpable on social media as fans celebrated the athletes' success.
Paralympics Ireland tweeted a joyful update, showcasing the medals and the triumphant return with the hashtags #TheNextLevel, #Paris2024, and #TeamIreland.
A Few More Notable Names
Other standout athletes included Ellen Keane from Cork, who announced that Paris would be her final Paralympics.
Powerlifter Britney Arendse and swimmer Nicole Turner also left their mark at the games.
Their contributions were celebrated as part of the broader success of the Irish team.
Government Recognition
Minister Catherine Martin expressed her admiration for the team's achievements, acknowledging the efforts of everyone involved—from the athletes and coaches to the sporting bodies and supporters.
She highlighted the significance of these games as the result of years of dedication and hard work.
Martin also underscored the government's commitment to investing in sport, emphasizing support for both high-performance athletes and grassroots community levels.
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