Ben Lucas, the former Chef de Mission, summed it up perfectly about the Paralympic challenge when he said, "Sport gives people hope. It's phenomenal to watch what people can do after the curve ball life has thrown at them. And life is different with a disability." ACT admires the aspiration and uplifting dream to compete. These athletes harness the spirit of the Olympic movement in its purest sense: rising above the odds, super resilient, skilful, and demonstrating the New Zealand way. We'd like to thank Tokyo and Japan for a great and proud hosting. And here's to Paris in 2024.