PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
China’s Lijun Zhang happy for US success in Rio
Although disappointed for losing out on gold, the two-time sitting volleyball gold medallist believes it is good for the sport to have a new Paralympic champion.
My toughest opponent by the USA's David Blair
In the second edition of a new series, top Para athletes talk about their toughest opponent.
IWBF Secretary General speaks at UN event
Maureen Orchard attended the inauguration of the We Play Together photo exhibition in Geneva.
British Paralympian shortlisted for top rowing award
Tom Aggar is one of six rowers to be shortlisted for the Thomas Keller Medal.
What’s in my kitbag? Italy’s Martina Caironi
The 100m T42 Paralympic and world champion reveals the contents of her kitbag.
Para dance sport season sweeps into Cujik
The first competition of the World Championships season will take place in the Netherlands between 15-16 April.
Denmark not deterred by most recent losses
Despite not qualifying for Rio 2016, the Danish wheelchair rugby team has renewed hope ahead of the European Championships.
Maria Paula Barrera named Americas ‘Athlete of the Month’
Popular vote chose the Colombian swimmer as the best athlete in the Americas in March 2017.
Men’s discus F33 world record smashed at Tunis Grand Prix
Saudi Arabia’s Hani Alnakhli added 59cm to his own two-year-old world record on the first day of action.
Gangneung 2017: South Korea stun Norway, stay undefeated
Dong-Shin Jang scores the winning goal as the host nation’s fans erupt at Gangneung Hockey Centre.