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The LA28 Paralympic Games will mark a historic first for Los Angeles as the city hosts the Paralympics from 15–27 August 2028. With all venues located within a compact 35-mile radius, the Games promise to deliver an athlete-centred, accessible, and high-energy experience. Wheelchair basketball will take centre stage at the Arena in Downtown Los Angeles – a world-renowned venue that sets the perfect stage for a thrilling tournament showcasing the sport’s speed, skill, and intensity. As one of the Paralympic Games’ most iconic and popular sports, wheelchair basketball in LA28 is set to be a true showstopper.
The Paralympic Games is a key event in the international wheelchair basketball calendar. Men’s wheelchair basketball has been part of every Paralympic Games since 1960, with the women’s competition introduced in 1968. It brings together the top teams from around the world, competing for one of the sport’s highest honors.