PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

Glasgow 2015 to be Brasil’s first test before Rio
Returning to major competition after injury, triple reigning world champion Andre Brasil pushes ‘go hard or go home’ mentality.

Paralympians amongst South Africa’s Glasgow 2015 squad
Ten athletes, including four Paralympians and reigning world champion Kevin Paul, will compete at July’s IPC Swimming World Championships.

Sir Philip Craven to chair IOC Olympic Education Commission
Besides Sir Philip, several representatives have been nominated to IOC Commissions.

Houdet looks to take back French Open title
The No. 2 ranked Frenchman expects a clash on the clay at Roland Garros with Japan’s No. 1 ranked Shingo Kunieda.

Australia dominate waters at Delta Lloyd Regatta
Australian sailors won two of three Paralympic class events, giving them momentum for the upcoming World Cup in Great Britain.

NHL Stanley Cup Final divides USA sledge hockey players
Find out how Declan Farmer, Brody Roybal and Kevin McKee are all connected to the Chicago-Tampa Bay matchup.

What to watch: June 2015
Here is a rundown of the top para-sporting events to keep an eye on this month.

The Nottwil Grand Prix record breakers
Nine world and six regional records broken at a sensational IPC Athletics Grand Prix in Switzerland.

Qatar Gears up for Ground-breaking IPC Athletics World Championships
International Paralympic Committee conclude visit to Doha ahead of Middle East’s biggest-ever Paralympic event in October.

Hewett helps British make World Team Cup history
The 17-year-old newcomer was big in lifting Great Britain to their first World Group title; the Netherlands, USA add to their records.