PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
Grachat seeks success at home swimming Euros
The 400m freestyle S9 World Championships bronze medallist is hoping that the Euros will be a stepping stone for Rio 2016.
Agitos Foundation launches 2016 Grant Support Programme
EUR 650,000 is once again available for para-sport development projects around the world.
Three world records smashed and one equalled in Beijing
On the first day of the IPC Athletics Grand Prix new world records were set in two relay events as well as the javelin, whilst a long jump record was equalled.
Waregem draws international para-equestrian riders
One of the biggest competitions ahead of the Rio 2016 Games fields potential Paralympic podium finishers.
Iran, Russia kick start taekwondo season strong
Iranian world champion Mahdi Pourrahnama bests Russia’s Vitalli Nazarenko for first win of season.
Rio 2016 swimming Test Event to get underway
Multiple Paralympic and world champions Daniel Dias and Andre Brasil highlight the host team.
Five best biathlon, cross-country skiing performances
The 2015-16 season threw up some impressive displays across three World Cups.
One year to go until World Masters Games 2017
The Games will feature 11 para-sports and take place between 21-30 April in Auckland, New Zealand.
Optus to partner with the Australian Paralympic Committee
The official telecommunications partner will support Australian team through to the 2026 Paralympics.
Groups drawn for wheelchair basketball at Rio 2016
Men's London 2012 champions Canada drawn with runners-up Australia, women's champions Germany will face hosts.