PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

Channel 4 ad wins award in Cannes
The network’s 90-second London 2012 advertisement was recognised for its filmmaking techniques.

BPA confirms nomination of Sir Philip Craven
The British Paralympic Association confirmed its nomination of Sir Philip Craven for the President of International Paralympic Committee.

Aggar back on top, Lysenko upset
Great Britain’s Tom Aggar finally got his gold at Eton Dorney, while Ukrainian Paralympic champion Alla Lysenko lost her top spot.

French duo one step closer to Rowing Cup gold
France’s Perle Boughe and Stephane Tardieu finished first on the opening day of the World Rowing Cup to advance to the mixed double sculls final.

IPC to live stream Athletics World Championships
The biggest gathering of international athletes since London 2012 will be shown live from Lyon, France.

Gradwell re-elected as Paralympics Ireland President
Paralympics Ireland will aim for a top-30 position on the medals table at the Rio 2016 Games.

IPC and Getty Images extend partnership until 2016
Getty Images commits to covering the upcoming Paralympic Games and a number of major para-sport events.

Germans relish revenge over British
Germany’s men’s team hope to topple their rivals for gold at the IWBF Wheelchair Basketball European Championships.

Wheelchair dance Continents Cup set for Moscow
The next major IPC Wheelchair Dance Sport event will take place in Moscow Russia from 31 August-1 September.

New baby, new start for Tom Aggar
Great Britain’s Tom Aggar is ready to reverse his storyline this weekend at the World Rowing Cup at Eton Dorney.