Founded in 1976, wheelchair tennis follows similar rules to regular tennis with adaptations for wheelchair use. The sport has inspired millions and showcases the abilities of athletes with mobility disabilities.

Brad Parks was US’ freestyle skier Brad Parks. The game saw rapid growth and was officially introduced to the Paralympic Games in 1992 at Barcelona. According to the International Paralympic Committee, "Wheelchair tennis was founded in 1976 following work by former US freestyle skier Brad Parks.

In the 1980s, it grew as France became the first country in Europe to put together a specific wheelchair tennis programme. The sport made its first appearance at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympics." Unlike regular tennis, players are allowed two bounces of the ball before returning it, showcasing their agility, precision, and strength.

Google’s Doodle highlights the celebration of wheelchair tennis which features colorful and energetic artwork depicting Paralympic birds playing the sport. This Doodle aims to capture the spirit of wheelchair tennis and bring attention to its significance at the 2024 Paris Paralympics.

It serves as a testament to the sport’s importance and the remarkable feats accomplished by its players. While the Doodle brings visual recognition, the ongoing Paralympic events spotlight the talent and perseverance of these athletes, reinforcing their role in the broader narrative of sports and inclusion.

Key players to watch at the Paris Paralympics 2024 include Niels Vink and Diede de Groot from the Netherlands, Najwa Awane from Morocco, Donald Ramphadi from South Africa, Heath Davidson from Australia, Dana Mathewson from the USA, Gustavo Fernandez from Argentina, Angelica Bernal from Colombia, Tokito Oda from Japan, and Zhenxu Ji from China.