Rio 2016 Opening Ceremony Speech
7 September – Sir Philip Craven, IPC President
Samsung launches exciting Paralympics campaign
Major new initiative by IPC partner will highlight the importance of meaningful innovation and accessibility for everyone.
Colourful and joyous – Rio knows how to put on a show
The Maracana stadium hosted a spectacular Opening Ceremony for the Paralympics on Wednesday (September 8).
Ukraine aim to reclaim football 7 Paralympic title
After winning silver at London 2012, world No.1 Ukraine will be the strong favourite to reclaim in Rio the Paralympic title they won at Athens 2004 and Beijing 2008.
Rio 2016 preview: table tennis
The 29 table tennis medal events will be contested at the Riocentro Pavilion 3 venue on 8-17 September.
Ibrahim Al-Hussein revealed as flag bearer for IPA Team
The swimmer, who lost his leg in a bombing in Syria, will be the first athlete to enter the Maracana Stadium at the Opening Ceremony.
Benoit Huot: My best and worst moments
The Canadian swimming legend reflects on an illustrious career, including the highs and lows.
The bar is loaded: Powerlifters ready for Rio 2016
After setting world records in 15 out of the 20 weight categories in 2015, 183 lifters are ready for the most competitive Paralympic Games yet.
Rio 2016 Para Athletics Prediction Panel
With two days to go until the Para athletics action gets underway, our panel of experts tell us what they’re looking forward to at Rio 2016.
Proud Paralympian relaunches at Rio 2016
Dedicated athlete education programme gives a special focus on encouraging votes in the IPC Athletes’ Council elections.
14 fun facts about Paralympic mascot Tom
The playful, leafy-headed mascot of the Rio Games is gaining fans around the world. Let’s get to know him better.
The IPC provisionally approves bobsleigh for the Beijing 2022 Paralympic Winter Games
The decision means Beijing 2022 Paralympic Winter Games will feature seven sports.
Swimming superstars are ready to go at Rio 2016
Daniel Dias, Eleanor Simmonds, Carlos Serrano and Jessica Long are amongst Paralympic sport’s biggest names set to compete from 8 September.
Sina Sports partners with the International Paralympic Committee
Expanded coverage of the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games are available on Sina Sports.
Paralympian Purdy: I’m loving my Rio experience
US snowboarder speaks of fondness for the host country of the 2016 Paralympics ahead of her appearance at Opening Ceremony.
Zuray Marcano, 62, set for her second Paralympic Games
“Life is full of surprises,” says the Venezuelan powerlifter who will prove age is no barrier when she competes at Rio 2016.
Brad Ness named as Australia’s flag bearer at Rio 2016
“It will make me feel 10 feet tall and bullet-proof,” says the veteran wheelchair basketball star ahead of the Opening Ceremony.
Holmann seeks to win Nicaragua´s first Paralympic medal
The T36 sprinter is hoping to outdo his performance from London 2012 and reach the podium at the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games.
World’s fastest Paralympians ready to break new records
From Jason Smyth and Jarryd Wallace to Omara Durand and Tatyana McFadden, athletes around the world are gunning for new world records in Rio.
Rio 2016 preview: judo
The sport will make its eighth Paralympic appearance and will be contested in the Carioca Arena 3 in the Barra Olympic Park.
