Paralympics 2024: Google Doodle Celebrates Wheelchair Basketball with a Hidden Message

Today, Google Doodle pays tribute to wheelchair basketball at the Paralympics 2024 in Paris, capturing the sport’s spirit and the athletes’ determination. The playful animation shows birds playing basketball, but with a twist—dunking trash into Paris’s iconic green waste baskets instead of a standard hoop. This subtle yet powerful imagery conveys a message of environmental responsibility, urging people not to litter, in line with Paris’s legacy as the host of the historic 2016 Climate Agreement.

Paralympics 2024: Wheelchair basketball

Wheelchair basketball is one of the key attractions at the Paralympics, with both men’s and women’s tournaments running from August 29 to September 8. The competition features eight teams in each category, showcasing top talent from around the globe. The reduced number of teams, compared to previous years, heightens the stakes as athletes strive for glory in the City of Lights. The doodle not only celebrates the sport but also encourages viewers to take care of their surroundings, echoing the broader values of the Paralympic Games.