PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
Doha 2015 Newsletter - Destination Doha: Souq Waqif
Souq Waqif is the main traditional market in the city centre, which dates back at least a hundred years and was renovated in 2006 in keeping with its architectural heritage. (Arabic version below)
Greg Leperdi calls on Europe to ‘freshen up’ sledge hockey
The legendary Italian ice sledge hockey forward insists the 2015-16 season should be about development.
US Olympic Committee announces 2015 award winners
Paralympic medallist Amy Purdy received the Rings of Gold award for her work with Adaptive Action Sports.
Malawi exceed expectations with junior Championships
The National Paralympic Committee smashed their target to attract young athletes as they look ahead to Tokyo 2020.
British judo squad aiming for Rio 2016
Four of their members are currently ranked in the top 10 and are gearing up for the European Championships.
SuperheroSunday: Michal Derus
Poland’s double European champion tells us about his three heroes prior to Doha 2015.
Five facts about…..the USA’s Raymond Martin
Learn more about Raymond Martin ahead of the Doha 2015 IPC Athletics World Championships.
Argentina celebrates second Paralympic Day
Thousands of spectators enjoyed participating in para-sports and dancing to live music.
Thirteen athletes to represent Italy at Doha 2015
Martina Caironi will headline the Italian team for the 2015 IPC Athletics World Championships.
Five facts about...Ireland’s Jason Smyth
Learn more about Jason Smyth ahead of the Doha 2015 IPC Athletics World Championships.