PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
Germany’s Brussig twins go for double judo gold again
Carmen and Ramona Brussig will both defend their Paralympic titles on the opening day of the Rio 2016 judo competition.
Athlete content during Rio 2016 showcased on Facebook and Instagram
Behind the scenes, 360 video, live Q&As and select events from the 2016 Paralympic Games will be available on Facebook and Instagram.
Inter-American Development Bank joins the Paralympic Movement
The IDB will help development and awareness raising activities in Latin America.
Ivan Espinosa talks drawing and Rio 2016
US Virgin Islands’ sole representative at September’s Paralympic Games is also a talented artist.
Dias on Michael Phelps comparison: ‘I’m Daniel Dias’
The Brazilian swimmer stands to become one of the most decorated Paralympians of all time – if he wins all his events at Rio 2016.
What a Storey for Britain in velodrome
Cyclist Sarah Storey, 38, becomes her country’s most decorated female Paralympian on first day of track cycling action at Rio 2016.
Seilkop out of retirement for Rio
USA’s Chris Seilkop will compete in his fourth Paralympic Games at Rio after returning from a nine-year break.
Inter-American Development Bank joins the Paralympic Movement
The IDB will help development and awareness raising activities in Latin America.
Kgothatso Montjane aiming to make history
“With tennis, everything is possible,” says the South African wheelchair tennis player ahead of Rio 2016.
Paralympics Day 1: Live updates from Rio
Welcome to our live updates from the pick of the action across the venues. Keep checking back for the latest developments.