PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

Samsung launches exciting Paralympics campaign
Major new initiative by IPC partner will highlight the importance of meaningful innovation and accessibility for everyone.

Colourful and joyous – Rio knows how to put on a show
The Maracana stadium hosted a spectacular Opening Ceremony for the Paralympics on Wednesday (September 8).

Ukraine aim to reclaim football 7 Paralympic title
After winning silver at London 2012, world No.1 Ukraine will be the strong favourite to reclaim in Rio the Paralympic title they won at Athens 2004 and Beijing 2008.

Rio 2016 preview: table tennis
The 29 table tennis medal events will be contested at the Riocentro Pavilion 3 venue on 8-17 September.

Ibrahim Al-Hussein revealed as flag bearer for IPA Team
The swimmer, who lost his leg in a bombing in Syria, will be the first athlete to enter the Maracana Stadium at the Opening Ceremony.

Lin Ma targets table tennis trifecta
Three-time Paralympic gold medallist Ma Lin admits he has not had the best preparation leading up to the Rio 2016 Paralympics.

Rio 2016 Para Athletics Prediction Panel
With two days to go until the Para athletics action gets underway, our panel of experts tell us what they’re looking forward to at Rio 2016.

Proud Paralympian relaunches at Rio 2016
Dedicated athlete education programme gives a special focus on encouraging votes in the IPC Athletes’ Council elections.

14 fun facts about Paralympic mascot Tom
The playful, leafy-headed mascot of the Rio Games is gaining fans around the world. Let’s get to know him better.

The IPC provisionally approves bobsleigh for the Beijing 2022 Paralympic Winter Games
The decision means Beijing 2022 Paralympic Winter Games will feature seven sports.