Some spectacular days of Olympic Dressage have come to an end at the breathtaking venue located in the gardens of Chateau de Versailles. But there is no need to catch the Olympic blues just yet, because there is so much to look forward to as the Olympic riders pass over the reins and the arena to the Para Dressage superstars.

Spectacular is indeed the word that best describes the 2024 Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games. The Olympic Games kicked off with the spectacular opening ceremony where the Eiffel tower served as the main prop. The Paralympic opening ceremony on Wednesday, August 28 is promised to be no less spectacular as the format of bringing the ceremony outside a stadium and into the streets will be the same. However, instead of being centred around the Eiffel Tower, the Paralympic opening ceremony will be centred around the famous avenue, Champs-Elysées. On Champs-Elysée, we find iconic Paris trademarks such as the Arc De Triomphe and Place de la Concorde. It is at the latter where the ceremony itself will take place, after the parade of athletes has made its way down the Champs-Elysées. It will surely be an unforgettable experience for athletes and spectators alike.

The Essence of Para Dressage

Para Dressage matches the Paris 2024 spirit when it comes to bringing the spectacular element to the Games. The partnerships that are displayed between rider and horse can soften even the most cynical of hearts and leave us all in awe. Through the unique bond the riders with disability share with their horses, they show the world that great riding is not based on force, but on love and understanding – and a lot of hard work.

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