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RIO 2016 PARALYMPICS NEWS
Khorava confident in defending judo gold
Although ranked third in the world in his category, the Ukrainian judoka believes he can defend his London 2012 Paralympic title.
Rio 2016 hidden-camera video goes viral
The video of athletes training in the gym has garnered more than 18 million views online and brought greater awareness of three Brazilian para-athletes.
Nations officially invited to Rio 2016 Paralympic Games
Around 170 countries are expected to compete in the biggest Paralympic Games ever next year.
China secure Rio 2016 places at shooting World Cup
South Korea also dominate the podium in Sydney, Australia, at the second Paralympic qualifier of 2015.
Globo Group to broadcast the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games in Brazil
SporTV will screen the competitions and Globo will have biggest coverage ever for the Paralympic Games in Brazil.
Rio 2016 shooting qualifier to kick-off in Sydney
The penultimate Paralympic qualification World Cup will see more than 150 shooters from 34 countries try to seal places for their countries from 15 September.
Australia releases ‘One Year to Go’ video
With messages from Paralympic hopefuls, the video rallies excitement for Team Australia ahead of Rio 2016.
Jesel looks forward to return to Paralympics
The French rower helped his team qualify for Rio 2016 just about a year until the Paralympic Games begin.
IPC President Sir Philip Craven rides debut journey of Rio 2016 culture train
New look revealed for Rio's suburban trains, with images of Paralympic stars and phrases by Brazilian literary figures.
Parsons: Rio 2016 Paralympics will change generation’s view on disability
The IPC Vice President says seeing high-performance athletes up close will have ‘extraordinary educational effect.’
Rio mayor joins in on sports demonstration in Future Arena
The mayor, Brazilian goalball team and Rio 2016 mascot Tom showcased their athletic abilities at the new venue in Barra Olympic Park.
Samba, cinema wrap up one-year to Rio 2016 party
Adults and kids enjoy festival alongside Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas in Rio.
Tickets to Rio 2016 Paralympics go on sale to Brazil residents
Record total of 3.3 million tickets available; overseas fans will be able to buy from authorised vendors in their countries.
Display of world-class sports stir excitement one year until Rio 2016
Attendees were treated to rivalry football 5-a-side and sitting volleyball matches during one-year-to-go celebrations.
Music, dance, sport at Rio 2016’s Paralympic festival
The full schedule of activities happening on Sunday (6 September) and Monday (7 September) to celebrate #1yeartogo.
Christiansen not riding Rio at Rio 2016
The British rider made a difficult decision to move on from the horse she won three Paralympic golds on.