The Sochi 2014 Paralympic Winter Games may only just be approaching the halfway point but International Paralympic Committee (IPC) President Sir Philip Craven has already hailed them a huge success and stated they are "exceeding all expectations."
The Games started last Friday (7 March) with a spectacular sold-out Opening Ceremony in the Fisht Stadium and have been followed by 28 medal events in the first three days of competition.
So far, more than 300,000 tickets have been sold - eclipsing the previous record of 230,000 sold in Vancouver four years ago - and a record 508 press and photographers are covering the Games.
Sir Philip Craven said: "The Games are exceeding all expectations in every single area.
"It was important that in Sochi we built on the success of London 2012 and, together with the organising committee, we are certainly doing that.
"The performances of the athletes have stepped up to a new level and the depth of talent now in all five winter sports is fantastic.
"The feedback from athletes is that they are having the time of their lives and that is showing in their performances.
"Ticket sales have been superb. To break the 300,000 barrier is sensational and I know the Organising Committee is working hard to try create extra capacity to cater for the huge demand for tickets.
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