At the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games, held from August 24 to September 5, 2021, ParalympicsGB delivered a remarkable performance, finishing second in the overall medal table with a total of 124 medals: 41 gold, 38 silver, and 45 bronze. The team achieved podium finishes across 18 sports, the widest range of any nation at the Games. A standout moment was the wheelchair rugby team's historic 54–49 victory over the USA, marking Great Britain's first-ever Paralympic gold in a team sport. Cyclist Dame Sarah Storey further cemented her legacy by securing her 17th Paralympic gold, becoming Britain's most successful Paralympian. Notably, the Tokyo 2020 medals featured unique designs with varying weights and tactile elements, allowing visually impaired athletes to distinguish between gold, silver, and bronze by touch.