Evanne Ní Chuilinn is joined by Michael McKillop, Niamh McCarthy and Peter Ryan for the Opening Ceremony from Paris. Commentary from John Kenny and James Scully.
Wonder if there’ll be anything in this opening ceremony to get the permanently offended complaining like they did after the Olympics’ opener.
The Games kick off with a unique opening ceremony, which takes place away from the stadium in the heart of the French capital.
More than 4,000 athletes from up to 184 delegations gather for a four-stage demonstration at Place de la Concorde and the Champs-Elysées in front of around 65,000 spectators.
Evanne Ní Chuilinn presents alongside Michael McKillop, Niamh McCarthy and Peter Ryan, with commentary by John Kenny and James Scully.
New or Returning Shows
Ireland's Thalidomide Scandal, 9.00pm, Virgin Media One
Here’s a look at the thalidomide scandal in Ireland, which is considered one of the country's longest-running medical tragedies.
The flawed drug was used in the 1960s to treat morning sickness and as a sedative for pregnant women and teething infants.
It was sold over the counter under various brand names and was also available from general practitioners and in hospitals, surgeries and maternity homes.
Unfortunately, it led to numerous children being born with a range of severe deformities.
Rob & Romesh vs Hollywood Stunts, 9.00pm, Sky Max
Streaming on NOW
Just days after his return to BBC Two, Romesh Ranganathan pops up again, this time with his TV buddy Rob Beckett.
The dynamic duo are back with a bang in this seventh season as they throw themselves into the often high-risk world of Hollywood stunt performers.
Flying out to Lala Land itself, Romesh and Rob meet up with The Fall Guy stars Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt before training with the film's director David Leitch.
Then, back to the UK, Rob and Romesh get set to perform a genuine stunt as they go from Hollywood to, eh, Hollyoaks.
The Last Leg in Paris, 10.30pm, Channel 4
The Last Leg returns to its Paralympics roots.
Adam Hills (centre), Alex Brooker (right) and Josh Widdicombe (left) are live in Paris throughout the 2024 Paralympic Games to reflect and give their unique take on the day's events - all with their usual comedic twist.
Special guests from the worlds of sport and entertainment will also film VTs from the Games, and this year The Last Leg hosts are joined by semi-regular guest and comedian Josh Pugh, who'll bring all the latest news and action live from the ground in Paris.
Live studio guests for the first episode include comedian and former rugby union player and fellow Paralympics presenter Ed Jackson.
Don’t Miss
The Repair Shop, 8.00pm, BBC One
Jeweller Richard Talman meets mother-daughter duo Halina and Lesley who bring him a broken silver ring given to Halina's mother in Warsaw in the Second World War.
It was a thank you for risking her life to pass food to families imprisoned in the Jewish ghetto.
Leather expert Suzie Fletcher meets Gordon and his sons James and Ross who bring in a pair of curling stones that were used in Gordon's father's team victory in the Grand Match of 1979.
Tracey brings in a wooden chef figurine from her childhood that has been fire-damaged in an unfortunate accident in hopes that woodworker Will Kirk can restore it to its former glory.
Last but not least, Angelina Bakalarou is tasked with repairing a vintage film poster of Bollywood film Sholay.
Celebrity Race Across the World, 9.00pm, BBC One
This show is just a great way of seeing the world from the safety of your sofa.
The third leg sees the teams racing from the cobblestoned town of Lencois in Bahia to the metropolis of Sao Paulo in a 2,400km budget-busting journey through Brazil's biggest cities.
Leaders Jeff and Freddy set off just over 15 hours ahead of their closest rivals and plan to commemorate Freddy's mum in Salvador.
Kola and Mary Ellen struggle as they miss the last bus out of Lencois, and Kelly and Jeremy prioritise speed as they leave the checkpoint almost a day behind the front runners.
Scott and Sam feel the pressure in last place and work hard to find a much-needed budget boost.
New to Stream
Worst Ex Ever, Netflix
Another US reality show from the creators of Worst Roommate Ever.
The new format - built around the universal feeling of wondering how much you really know about your partner - brings you more shocking tales of betrayal, violence, and deceit.
Composed of compelling testimonials, bodycam footage and animated reenactments, Worst Ex Ever reveals the disturbing stories of monstrous past relationships.
People, eh?
Untamed Royals, Netflix
This film sees a group of uber-wealthy teens exploit their social status to commit increasingly serious crimes. Yet the fallout hits the vulnerable, not the fortunate.
Sport
Europa Conference League Play-off, 4.50pm, Solid Sport
Saint Patrick’s Athletic meet Istanbul Basaksehir in the Turkish capital for a place in the league phase of the Europa Conference League – can Stephen Kenny’s side do it?
Following a scoreless first leg in Dublin, it’s all to play for, although the Turks will fancy themselves on home turf. But Pat’s have done so well to get this far and are so far unbeaten in Europe after five games.
Unfortunately, the game isn’t on Irish terrestrial TV but is available to stream on Solid Sport for a tenner. Oisin Langan and Eoin Doyle will be on commentary duty.
Dreams of Glory: The Glentoran Story, 10.40pm, BBC One
Always had a soft spot for the Glens - and their beautiful, old-school stadium The Oval - so I’ll certainly be watching this.
It’s a documentary following Irish League club Glentoran FC in East Belfast from 2021 until this year as they adjust to new ownership after being saved from financial collapse and try to reclaim the glory days of the past.
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