PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
#ProudParalympians to spread word about Paralympic Movement
Nine Paralympians will become leaders of the Movement in their own countries after training in Natal, Brazil.
IPC announces Toyota as Worldwide Paralympic Partner
The nine year partnership is the first in the Paralympic Movement’s history to benefit the IPC, all NPCs and future editions of the Paralympic Games under one agreement.
Skier Joines resets, looks to future goals
Canada’s Kimberley Joines looks long-term and will join Alpine Canada’s National Ski Day in January to help promote the sport.
South Korean officials train in cross-country, biathlon
Fifty National Technical Officials were trained in IPC Biathlon and Cross-Country Skiing rules and regulations as part of preparations for the PyeongChang 2018 Paralympic Winter Games.
Colombian Herazo, plucked from obscurity, tells his story
A video of Luis Herazo who has benefitted from the partnership between the Agitos Foundation, Rio 2016 and Brazilian Paralympic Committee has been released.
Xiao claims China’s second powerlifting world record
Ukrainian Mariana Shevchuk also won an incredible four medals in juniors and seniors at IPC Powerlifting European Open in Eger, Hungary.
No. 36 Valera, Rosenmeier battle for European crown
Defending world champion Alvaro Valera and defending European champion Peter Rosenmeier go into five sets for the regional title.
World champion Gretsch finds balance
The USA’s two-time PT1 champion manages being a full-time student and athlete.
Australians to spearhead SKUD18 at World Championships
Defending Paralympic champions Dan Fitzgibbon and Liesel Tesch are the favourites on home waters.
Soloviova back on top at powerlifting Euros
The Ukrainian double Paralympic champion from Athens 2004 and Beijing 2008 reclaimed her position on the top of the podium in Eger, Hungary.