PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
Brazil tops medals table at Rio 2016 Test Event
The hosts of the next Paralympic Games doubled their gold medal haul on the final day of competition (23 January) of the IPC Powerlifting World Cup.
Alaryani secures victory at home shooting World Cup
Australian Natalie Smith also completed a stunning win over Slovakia’s Veronika Vadovicova in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates.
Records fall at Rio 2016 powerlifting event
Colombia’s Jainer Cantillo sets new continental mark on way to gold, while Cuba’s Jesus Drake Veja lifts personal best to top podium.
Ripa ready to rip after delayed season start
Swedish Paralympic champion Helene Ripa is ready for her first cross-country skiing World Cup after missing the opening round.
Russia secure podium double at shooting World Cup
Germany’s Natascha Hiltrop also claimed victory on the rifle range in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates on Saturday (23 January).
France’s Bochet wins 51st World Cup race in St. Moritz
World champion Marie Bochet steals another win in slalom in Switzerland.
Shooting World Cup in Al Ain to kick off season
More than 100 athletes from 27 countries will begin the Paralympic year in the United Arab Emirates.
World Cup newcomers highlight St. Moritz slalom
Great Britain’s Menna Fitzpatrick and the USA’s Thomas Walsh secure wins in IPC Alpine Skiing World Cup in Switzerland.
Sailors continue Rio 2016 Paralympic campaign in Miami
Races in the 2.4mR and Sonar classes will be held at the World Cup in Miami, USA.
Canada, USA to play for World Sledge Hockey Challenge title
South Korea and Russia will play for the bronze medal.