IPC publish Social and Digital Media Guidelines for Rio 2016
The Social and Digital Media Guidelines aim to enable all athletes, staff, broadcasters, sponsors and attendees to create a buzz on social media and spread the message of inclusion of the Paralympic Games.
Acunto and La Barbera promote Grosseto 2016 in Turin
The veteran thrower and long jumper were in Turin, the city that staged the 2006 Paralympic Winter Games.
World record for China’s Liu at powerlifting World Cup
There were a further three world record attempts in women’s events in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Rita van Driel and Duane Kale appointed to IOC Coordination Commissions
The IPC Governing Board members will be involved in the Commissions for the 2022 and 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Austria beat Finland on penalties for World C-Pool title
With the 1-0 victory, Austria moves to the B-Pool, increasing chances to qualify for PyeongChang 2018.
“Time to focus on engaging the Rio public”, IPC tell Rio 2016
With six months to go until the biggest Paralympic Games ever, the IPC has said they are happy with preparations.
Wheelchair Curling Worlds: Norway, Switzerland unbeaten
Defending Paralympic champion Canada grab first win.
Double wins for US skiers at Aspen World Cup Finals
The hosts claimed a further three podium finishes on Aspen Mountain on Wednesday (24 February).
Call for nominations for Visa Paralympic Hall of Fame
Members of the public are invited to nominate Paralympians and coaches in summer sports for induction, which coincides with Rio 2016 Games.
Wheelchair Curling Worlds: Norway continue unbeaten run
Norway, Switzerland remain undefeated teams after five sessions.
Paralympics Ireland launches ‘More Than Sport’ campaign
The campaign aligns with the announcement of the NPC’s 2016 Athlete Panel.
My best and worst moments: Canada’s Brent Lakatos
The multiple T53 world champion shares his career highs and lows.
Finland rout Belgium/Netherlands in Worlds C-Pool
Finland, Austria will face off for promotion into the B-Pool on Thursday.
China’s Hu adds 6kg onto powerlifting world record
A further two wins make it a great day for China at the IPC Powerlifting World Cup in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Jussi Immonen to take charge of Finnish wheelchair rugby
Finland turns to Immonen to develop sport ahead of Tokyo 2020.
Skiers set to compete for overall technical World Cups
A series of close races are expected as athletes look to overhaul slim margins in the points standings.
Russia claim double cross-country relay World Cup win
Paralympic champions retain their form in the mixed and open event.
New London 2017 Managing Director named
Cherry Alexander brings a wealth of over 35 years sport experience to the role.
New drone video reveals Barra Olympic Park, the heart of the Rio 2016 Games
Images show main venue cluster, which is almost complete and has been hosting test events since the end of last year
Östersund to host ice sledge hockey Euros
The Östersund Arena will feature clashes between reigning champions Italy, Norway, Czech Republic, Russia, Germany and hosts Sweden.
