Sports
Last Year, Ali Truwit Lost Her Lower Leg in a Shark Attack. Now, She’s a Paralympic Medalist.
“When you are truly faced with death and you understand what a second chance at life means, you want to make the most of it.”
7 Facts About Jessica Pegula, the American Tennis Star Who May Win the US Open
While a lot of top players climbed the rankings in their teens or early 20s, Pegula’s rise has been more gradual.
Paralympian Lauren Steadman Had ‘Zero Expectations’ Before Winning Bronze While Managing Long COVID
For the British triathlete, “just to be on the start line was fantastic.”
8 Things to Know About Femita Ayanbeku, the Paralympian Who Qualified for Paris 6 Months After Giving Birth
She shares with SELF how she got started running at 23, her training modifications while pregnant, and why retirement is looking less likely.
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The fashion set
All the Best Celeb Style Moments at the US Open So Far
Here’s what famous fans are wearing to cheer for their favorite tennis stars.
What Does Competing With COVID Do to an Athlete’s Body?
Pushing through to win a medal may feel worth it in the moment. But there are real risks.
‘Appalling’: The Paralympic Women’s Cycling Course Is Just Half the Length of the Men’s
Gold medalist Sarah Storey called the decision a “real disappointment.”
Game faces
These Star Athletes Love Watching the US Open as Much as We Do
Baseball, basketball, and soccer players have been spotted chilling, cheering, and fangirling on the sidelines.
Just ’do it
The Coolest Hairstyles We’ve Seen at the 2024 Paralympics So Far
Athletes are sporting incredible dye jobs, braids, bows, and barrettes at the Paris Games.
Everything You Need to Know About the Paralympic Classifications
If you’re wondering why there are more than a dozen 100-meter races, read this.
Grand stands
All the Celebrities Who Have Turned Up to Watch the 2024 US Open So Far
Stars are once again flocking to Queens to sip Honey Deuces and cheer for their tennis faves.
The Number of Women Playing Wheelchair Rugby at the Paralympics Has Doubled Since Tokyo
The mixed-gender (but male-dominated) sport still has a ways to go.
6 Things to Know About Valentina Petrillo, the First Trans Athlete to Compete at the Paralympics
Her dream has been more than four decades in the making.
Zakia Khudadadi Just Became the First Athlete From the Refugee Paralympic Team to Win a Medal
She dedicated her performance to the women of Afghanistan.
It Shouldn’t Be This Expensive to Be a Paralympic Athlete
Unique equipment and travel needs coupled with limited sponsorship opportunities can keep people from entering parasports altogether.
Serving looks
The Best Tennis Kits We’ve Seen at the US Open So Far
From dainty diamonds to sherbet-inspired palettes, here’s what your favorite pros are wearing.
Here’s Why Naomi Osaka Is Covered in Bows at the 2024 US Open
The playful look is as much about confidence as it is about style.
Do Paralympic Guides Get Medals If Their Athletes Win?
They’re together every step of the way, from training to competition.
This Paralympic Archer Just Competed While 7 Months Pregnant
Jodie Grinham added a few extra elements to her training routine to account for a surprise kick or two.
What to Know About Boccia, the Unique Paralympic Sport With No Olympic Counterpart
You’ve just made an amazing throw! Great—now your opponent can knock it right out.
How Paralympic Swimmer Mallory Weggemann Starts Her Day
Her a.m. essentials include a protein-packed breakfast and time with her baby.
Why Is Wheelchair Rubgy Nicknamed…Murderball?!
Collisions actually play a strategic role in this Paralympic sport.
Puppy love
How These Super Cute Dogs Are Helping US Open Competitors With Their Mental Game
Coco, Quincy, and Butta don’t care if their tennis-star parents win or lose.
8 Things to Know About Paralympic Guides, Pilots, and Tappers
They keep the athletes safe and set them up for success—all while training their own bodies for high-level competition too.
What Is Goalball—And Why Are All the Athletes Wearing Black-Out Goggles?
You’ll definitely want to tune into this super-intense Paralympic sport.