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The summer of sport isn't over yet: the Paralympics kicked off in Paris and will run until September. We've rounded up everything you need to know about where you can watch the Paralympics around the world, including free streaming options.
The Paralympic Games were first held in 1960, and the Paralympic Committee was officially established in 1989. The Paralympics run alongside the Olympic Games, usually held the week after, and feature the world's best athletes with disabilities competing. The Summer Paralympics see more than 4,000 athletes take part in 22 sports, including wheelchair basketball, para athletics and para swimming.
Below we've outlined all the ways you can watch the Paralympics. In many countries, the streaming platforms will be the same as for the Olympics, but there are some key differences: During the Paralympics, check here for the latest updates on the biggest events.
Where to watch the Paralympics in the US
Like the Olympics, the Paralympics will be streamed live in the US through Peacock, with subscriptions starting at $8 per month or $80 per year. The service was also the US streaming hub for this summer's Olympics. The service offers live coverage of a range of sports, including cycling, golf and Sunday Night Football.
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Where to watch the Paralympics in the UK
The Paralympics will be streamed live for free on the UK's Channel 4 Sport YouTube channel. There's no need to create an account, just go to the page to watch. This option offers up to 18 simultaneous streams, so you'll likely be able to watch every televised moment of the Paralympics here.
Where to watch the Paralympics in Australia
Like the Olympics, the Paralympics will also be broadcast for free on 9Now in Australia, an option that will broadcast most of the major programming and only requires creating an account to access. Those who want to watch every moment of the Paralympics ad-free in Australia can subscribe to Stan Sport, which will cost around $27 per month ($12 for the basic plan and $25 for the sports add-on).
Where to watch the Paralympics in France
The Paralympics will be broadcast live for free in France on France.TV. All you need to do is create an account to watch. This year's Olympic Games were also held in France.
How to watch the Paralympics from anywhere
If you're out of one of the countries mentioned above during one of the notable events, don't worry about missing out on anything. You can still access free live streaming options by using a VPN (Virtual Private Network). A VPN is a handy tool that lets you temporarily change the virtual location of your device, meaning you can access your usual websites from anywhere. VPNs are popular among people looking for a way to upgrade their online security and continue to have access to their usual suite of apps while traveling.
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How to watch the Paralympics with a VPN
- If you don't already have a VPN, sign up.
- Install it on the device you'll use to watch the event.
- Power it on and set it to your streaming service location.
- Go to Channel 4 YouTube (UK), 9Now (Australia) or France.TV (France) and create a login if necessary.
- Enjoy the Paralympics.
Note: Using a VPN is illegal in some countries, and using a VPN to access geo-restricted streaming content may violate the terms of use of certain services. Insider does not encourage or condone the illegal use of a VPN.