PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
Brazil extends football 5 unbeaten streak
The Rio 2016 hosts re-asserted their dominance in blind football after winning the International Challenge title, in preparation for September’s Paralympic Games.
Sport Week: Introduction to wheelchair rugby
Wheelchair rugby combines elements of rugby, basketball and handball.
Steadman follows Euro gold with win in Strathclyde
The Great British PT4 racer carried her winning momentum from Lisbon, Portugal, into her home course.
Fernandez, Buis seal first Roland Garros titles
Fernandez wins first Grand Slam after three tries; Buis captures first since falling to legendary Esther Vergeer in 2011.
Russia celebrates 100 days until Paralympics
A press conference and master classes were held to mark the countdown to the Games.
Eight top European lifters expected at Rio 2016
A raft of the best powerlifters from the region are expected at the Paralympic Games.
Opening Ceremony to include live creation, samba dream team
Acclaimed artist Vik Muniz will create a new piece live in the Maracana Stadium with help from the athletes at Rio 2016.
Hajikolaei will only be satisfied with Paralympic gold
The libero is confident Iran will have a winning sitting volleyball team together for September’s Paralympics.
Medical and broadcast expertise appointed to London 2017
Dr Pam Venning appointed as Head of Medical Services and Bob Caple appointed Broadcast Manager.
“Me and my coach” with Switzerland’s Marcel Hug
The T54 world record holder has been with his coach for 20 years and the pair are now gearing up for Hug’s fourth Paralympic Games.