Olympic 2016 has already been finished. But there is an another event of the Olympic to still come. Which is known as Paralympics.
Disabled athletes from across the globe will flock to Brazil for the Games, which, like the Olympics, are held every four years.
The build-up to the event hasn't been without incident as it was revealed last week that the Paralympics were facing major budget cuts due to poor ticket sales.
However, regardless of the negativity surrounding the Games, they will be the pinnacle of many of the participating athletes' careers.
When do the Games start?
September 7 2016.
When do the Games end?
September 18 2016.
How many events are there?
There will be 526 medal events across 22 sports in Rio.
How can I watch the Games?
Channel 4 is the UK's official Paralympic broadcaster.
BBC Radio will also cover the Games.
What about Britain's involvement?
There will be 258 British athletes competing at the Games across 19 different sports.
GB's Paralympians won 120 medals at London 2012, finishing third behind China and Russia.
Russia, however, won't take part this time around due to a blanket ban issued to all athletes over the doping scandal currently engulfing the nation.
Who are the main Brits to look out for?
Swimmer Ellie Simmonds has four gold medals to her name from the 2008 and 2012 Olympics and the 21-year-old will be gunning for even more success in Rio.
Cyclist Dame Sarah Storey, Jonnie Peacock and David Weir are also tipped for glory.
Wimbledon champion Gordon Reid is also competing, as he takes part in the men's doubles event alongside Alfie Hewitt.
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