PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

Japan’s Kozo Kubo aims for historic biathlon victory
World Champion has his sights set on ending 15-years of Paralympic hurt, even working to qualify for the athletics World Championships in Lyon on his road to Sochi 2014.

USA announces nordic skiing nominees for 2013-14
Summer Paralympians Tatyana McFadden and Aaron Pike among those hoping to qualify for Sochi, as well as war veterans and some athletes still on active duty.

Iranian archer wins individual SportAccord award
In topping the podium at the London 2012 archery competition, Zahra Nemati was Iran's first ever female Paralympic gold medallist

What to watch: June
Here’s a brief run-down of the top para-sport events around the world to keep your eyes on in June.

Sochi 2014 unveils Paralympic Winter Games medals
The Sochi 2014 Paralympic gold medal was revealed in St. Petersburg, Russia, and it weighs 686 grams.

Para-athletes light up SportAccord
Delgates attending convention in St Petersburg, Russia impressed by sport demonstrations

Barry and Francois-Elie show their form ahead of July's World Championships
Irish and French athletes put in world leading performances in Lyon test event
Oliveira prepares to take world title in Lyon
Brazilian training hard to claim title and world record in France this summer.

Sir Philip highlights importance of inclusive sport
IPC President Sir Philip Craven highlighted the importance of inclusive sport, regardless of gender or impairment, at the MINEPS V Conference.

75 days to go to Montreal 2013 marked with new video
Video of who and what to look out for at IPC Swimming World Championships released.