“The head of state noted that Ukraine is proud of all its sports heroes, because the Paralympians once again demonstrated to the world that Ukrainians are a nation of strong people.”, — write: www.president.gov.ua
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with the members of the national Paralympic team of Ukraine – champions and medalists of the 17th Summer Paralympic Games in Paris and honored them with state awards. The Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal and the Minister of Youth and Sports Matviy Bidny also took part in the ceremony.
The head of state noted that Ukraine is proud of all its sports heroes, because the Paralympians once again demonstrated to the world that Ukrainians are a nation of strong people.
“Your victories once again proved that our people are capable of overcoming absolutely all obstacles and difficulties, they know how to fight and win like no one else,” the President emphasized.
Volodymyr Zelenskyi thanked the athletes for the many priceless, warm emotions they brought to Ukrainians in these difficult times.
“Thank you for your strength, for your ability to be higher than any circumstances. And I want to thank our entire team of Ukraine – everyone who works with the national team, who helps, who constantly supports you,” he said.
The President honored the Paralympians and their coaches with state awards, as well as conferred honorary titles.
In addition, paracyclist Pavlo Bal presented the Head of State with a sports uniform of the national Paralympic team of Ukraine.
This year, our team was represented at the Paralympic Games for the eighth time. 138 athletes took part in competitions from 17 sports. In total, Paralympians won 82 medals: 22 gold, 28 silver and 32 bronze. They took seventh place overall and fifth in the number of awards.
