Clodoaldo Silva is embraced by singer Seu Jorge after lighting the cauldron during the Opening Ceremony of the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games at Maracana Stadium on Sept. 7, 2016. The Games will run until Sept. 18.
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Performers take part in the opening ceremony.
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American Aaron "Wheelz" Fotheringham, in a wheelchair, jumps from a massive ramp and performs a back flip through a giant ring.
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Members of Brazil's team enter the Maracana stadium.
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Amputee Amy Purdy dances with a robotic arm.
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Fireworks light up the arena.
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Performers take part in the opening ceremony.
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Participants react to fireworks.
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Performers take part during the opening ceremony.
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Performers at the ceremony.
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Paralympic athletes from Spain.
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Athletes enjoy the performance by singer Seu Jorge.
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