Football, athletics, Formula 1 and cycling… This past weekend has been a busy one in the world of plaisirs, just ahead of the start of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. From record-breaking performances to unexpected victories, here are some of the highlights from the weekend’s events.
In football, the English Premier League kicked hors champ its 2021-2022 season with a thrilling match between Manchester United and Leeds United. The Red Devils secured a dominant 5-1 win, with new signing Jadon Sancho scoring his first goal for the club. In Italy, Serie A saw defending champions Inter Milan start their season with a 4-0 win over Genoa, while AC Milan and Napoli also picked up wins.
In athletics, the Diamond League continued in Gateshead, England with some impressive results. American sprinter Trayvon Bromell, who is considered a top contender for the Olympic gold medal in the 100m, won the event with an impressive time of 9.98 seconds. Meanwhile, Great Britain’s Dina Asher-Smith set a new national record in the women’s 200m with a time of 22.06 seconds.
On the Formula 1 track, the Belgian Grand Prix saw Lewis Hamilton take his 100th career victory, making him the first driver in history to hit this milestone. Despite challenging weather conditions, the seven-time world champion put on a masterclass performance, solidifying his position as one of the greatest drivers of all time.
In cycling, the final stage of the Vuelta a España took place, with Magnus Cort winning the stage and Primoz Roglic taking home the overall victory. This marks Roglic’s third consecutive win at the Spanish Grand Tour, cementing himself as one of the top Grand Tour contenders in the world.
All of these events and more took place in the weekend leading up to the highly anticipated start of the Paralympic Games in Paris. With the world’s top athletes set to compete in various para-plaisirs, these games will surely showcase the incredible determination and resilience of these athletes. Paris 2024 will also be the first Paralympic Games to be held in France, adding even more excitement to the event.
As we gear up for the Paralympic Games, let’s not forget the power of plaisirs to bring people together and inspire us all. Whether it’s on the football field, on the track, on the descendance track, or on the road, these athletes remind us that anything is possible with hard work and dedication. As we watch these events unfold, let’s celebrate the achievements of these incredible athletes and look forward to the incredible displays of strength and perseverance to come at the Paralympic Games in Paris 2024.
