Paralympics Highlights: Gold Wins, Emotional Moments and Record-Breaking Feats

Italian fencer Bebe Vio won bronze after losing to Xiao Rong, then defeating Cho Eun Hye. Oksana Masters secured another gold in para cycling, while Tatyana McFadden earned silver in the T54 100 final. Jessica Long clinched gold in swimming, and Markus Rehm triumphed in long jump.

Italian fencing star Bebe Vio had to settle for bronze at the Paralympic Games after China's Xiao Rong ended her quest for a third successive gold in wheelchair fencing.

Vio showcased her tenacity by winning against Cho Eun Hye from South Korea in the bout for bronze, delighting her supporters with a final score of 15-2. Her journey highlights the emotional ups and downs faced by Paralympians competing at the highest level.

In other highlights, Oksana Masters defended her title in para cycling's H4-5 individual time trial, adding another gold to her impressive tally. Tatyana McFadden took silver in the T54 100 final, while Jessica Long clinched gold in the women's 400 freestyle. Markus Rehm, known as the 'Blade Jumper,' secured his fourth consecutive gold in men's long jump.

(With inputs from agencies.)