As the Summer 2016 Games come to a close tomorrow, we look forward to welcoming elite athletes with disabilities to the 2016 Paralympics beginning on September 7, 2016. Unfortunately, funding cuts will affect the Paralympic Games.
Advance tickets sales failed to reach projection. The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) made a difficult decision to close media centers, reduce Games workforce and transport services. Deorodo Olympic Park will be closed and dismantled.
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| Source: foundtheworld.com |
"Never before in the 56-year history of the Paralympic Games have we faced circumstances like this," IPC President Philip Craven said. "Since becoming aware of the full scale of the problem, we have focused all of our efforts on finding solutions to the problems." Budget cuts will affect every team and their supporters.
In response, Rio mayor Eduardo Paes pledged additional funding and will solicit corporate sponsorship in support of the Games. Travel grants to teams from 165 countries are overdue and may affect athletes timely arrival for training before competition.
IPC is considering additional support to countries struggling to pay travel costs. Craven said. "The IPC is working with them to find solutions and ensure their participation here in Rio."
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| Source: www.theatlantic.com |
Story source: AP Wire and Rob Harris at WacoTrib.com
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