PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

Swimmer-turned-powerlifter Harding pays tribute to late father with breakout title
Great Britain's Matthew Harding won the European title in the men's up to 72kg a year after switching his focus from Para swimming

Milano Cortina 2026 launches Adaptive Winter Sport project to promote Paralympics
First project of the Milano Cortina 2026 Education programme aims to promote sports practice and inclusion

Top 5 tips to get started in Para canoe from teenage champion Kiss
Nineteen-year-old Paralympic gold medallist says the best way to improve in Para canoe is to find the right positioning for your seat and paddles, but also to absolutely love the sport

Crispin, Vargas shine as World Series concludes in Mexico
Colombian duo clinches three victories each while host nation tops medals table with Australia and USA taking the other gold medals in Tijuana

Thousands gather for Paralympic Day in centre of Paris
Sport demonstrations, star attendees, mass crowds and a dramatic long jump showcase had the French capital abuzz two years ahead of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games

Wheelchair Rugby World Championship opens in Denmark
The World Championship, taking place from 10-16 October, features 12 teams, including defending champions Japan and Paralympic gold medallists Great Britain

Scaroni, Hug triumph at Chicago Marathon
The 31-year-old from USA stuns nine-time champion McFadden for her first ever major title as Swiss legend sets a new course record in the men's race

Paralympic Day host Jeremiasz sees value of historic celebration beyond Paris 2024
To be held on Saturday, 8 October, Paralympic Day will feature entertainment, motivational speeches, and opportunities for visitors to try out Para sports and meet more than 150 athletes

Da Rin retires as Italy head coach, Babey takes over Norway
Mirko Bianchi to lead host nation at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Paralympics; Ken Babey leaves Canada following seven years in charge of national team

Victoria 2026 Commonwealth Games to feature nine Para sports
Para swimming, Para athletics, 3x3 wheelchair basketball, Para track cycling, Para lawn bowls, Para powerlifting, shooting Para sport, Para table tennis and Para triathlon will be featured at Victoria 2026, with Para disciplines in golf, coastal rowing and road race cycling also vying for inclusion