PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

Vadovicova breaks world record at Poland World Cup
Slovakian rifle shooter extraordinaire looks comfortable once again to take a convincing victory at the IPC Shooting World Cup in Szczecin.
Foundation for Global Sports Development pledges support
A grant of USD 75,000 is to be used to fund education and awareness around IPC Ice Sledge Hockey and the Paralympic Movement.

Abbott World Marathon Majors wheelchair series announced
New series will see the world's best marathon racers compete for an annual USD 50,000 prize.

IPC President tells UN the Paralympics are a world leader in driving social inclusion
Sir Philip Craven and three-time Paralympian were speaking at a special event to commemorate the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace.

Li aims to get back to world title winning form at Beijing Grand Prix
The 26-year-old T53 wheelchair racer will be hoping to hit form at the IPC Athletics Grand Prix as October’s World Championships fast approach.

Rodzik and Okoniewski to meet at Poland World Cup
European pistol champion Filip Rodzik will headline for the hosts, against his teammate and rival Slawomir Okoniewski.

USA’s McFadden wins Laureus Sport Award
The US Paralympian was honoured for her achievements in both athletics and cross-country skiing.
Agitos Foundation launches 2015 Grant Support Programme
EUR 650,000 available to IPC Members’ para-sport development projects for the third year in a row.

Japan look towards European style of play
Japanese ice sledge hockey coach Nakakita Koji is looking to implement changes at the 2015 IPC Ice Sledge Hockey World Championships.

Australia claim all four titles at the ITTF Oceania Para-Table Tennis Championships
The historic event was the first ITTF competition to integrate able-bodied and para-table tennis athletes.