I thoroughly enjoyed the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games as a member of the press, despite the COVID-19 pandemic and governmental restrictions on events. I was the sole on-site full-time news writer for the French version of the official website. I covered the whole period of the Games (24 August to 05 September 2021) as well as a preparatory period. This was a great personal and professional experience. Interestingly, this opportunity came through my network of foreign experts in Japan (thanks Sarah!).