PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

Esteban Chavez named Americas ‘Athlete of the Month’
Costa Rican blind footballer finished top scorer at first Central American Championships

Mexico City 2017: Top five surprises
Underdogs cause major upsets at World Para Powerlifting and Para Swimming Championships

Kim and Wetwithan win 2017 Para badminton awards
Players recognised for their achievements over past 12 months

Contenders announced for 2018 wheelchair basketball Worlds
16 men’s and 12 women’s teams will compete for titles

Top 50 Moments of 2017: No. 20 – Oksana Masters wins quadruple gold
US Nordic skier enjoys outstanding World Championships

St Moritz World Para Alpine Skiing World Cup cancelled
Weather in the Swiss city has forced organisers to cancel the World Cup races

Managua 2018: Official logo revealed
Paralympian Gabriel Cuadra Holmann is one of the creators of the emblem

Top 50 Moments of 2017: No. 21 – Jean-Paul hits the heights in London
US high jumper breaks world record three times in one day at World Championships

USA beat Canada in thrilling final at World Sledge Hockey Challenge
Hosts lose to fierce rivals after failing to capitalise on late power play

PyeongChang 2018: Medals revealed
133 sets will be awarded at Paralympic Winter Games