Canadian Wheelchair Basketball Team Triumphs Over Loud Crowd in Paris Paralympics

Canada’s men’s wheelchair basketball team started their Paralympic campaign with a strong 83-68 win over host nation France, overcoming a loud and passionate home crowd. Colin Higgins led the charge with an impressive 38 points, while veteran Patrick Anderson added 31 points and 12 rebounds in his sixth and final Paralympic appearance. Meanwhile, Canada’s track cycling team brought home two bronze medals, with Keely Shaw claiming third place in the women’s 3,000-meter individual pursuit and Alexandre Hayward taking bronze in the men’s pursuit in his Paralympic debut. The victories contributed to Canada’s strong start at the Paralympics, showcasing the country’s athletic prowess on the global stage.