PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
Fleig grows in confidence ahead of home Worlds
The German biathlete assures he has improved since competing at Sochi 2014 and is aiming for his best performances in Finsterau.
US Para equestrian team nominated for Rio
Four riders and their horses are expected to represent the USA in September’s Paralympic Games.
Sport Week: Five cycling storylines for Rio 2016
Here are five potential storylines to follow heading into September’s Paralympic Games.
US Paralympic swimming trials close with further records
Athletes have done everything they can and the team for Rio 2016 will be announced on Sunay (3 July).
Me and my coach with the USA’s David Brown
The US 100m T11 world champion talks about his relationship with his coach, the Brazilian 800 Olympic champion from 1984 Joaquim Cruz.
Mitchell smashes two world records at US trials
The 35-year-old was diagnosed with leukaemia in April but was in outstanding form in Charlotte.
Rio 2016 launches app of Paralympic mascot Tom
Available for download in English and Portuguese, the app is compatible with Android and iOS mobiles and tablets.
US Para athletes nominated for 2016 ESPY Awards
Five male and five female US Para athletes have been shortlisted for the 2016 ESPY Awards, which recognises sporting achievements during 2015.
More athletes announced for Rio 2016
Australian boccia player Daniel Michel and the British rowing and wheelchair tennis Rio 2016 teams have been announced.
Lebanon celebrates National Paralympic Day
The event took place in the city of Ansar on 28 June.