PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

World Masters Games deadline extended
Those wishing to take part in archery, athletics and swimming events at the World Masters Games have until 30 June to sign up.

Ban Ki-Moon praises IPC’s work
The UN Secretary General talked about the success of the London Paralympics at the International Forum on Sport for Peace and Development in New York.

IAAF Diamond League: Gatlin upsets bolt
Murielle Ahoure also surprises at the Olympic stadium in Rome, whilst Paralympic Champion Martina Caironi finishes fourth behind team mate and Great Britain's Laura Sugar.

Zanardi: I’m ageing like Italian wine
Italian handcyclist Alex Zanardi says he’s ready to start his road to Rio 2016 with the Para-Cycling Road World Cup this week.

Brazilians take to bench for powerlifting nationals
Four London 2012 Paralympians will take part in the Sao Paulo National Competition for powerlifting this week.

Reid, Montjane make Roland Garros semi-finals
Great Britain’s Gordon Reid and South Africa’s Kgothatso Montjane highlighted the first day of wheelchair tennis action in Paris, France.

Para-Cycling Road World Cup to kick off
There will be 243 athletes from 31 different countries in Italy this week for the first stage of the UCI Para-Cycling Road World Cup.

IPC launches Classification Code Review process
Everyone interested in the Paralympic Movement is encouraged to provide feedback on the IPC’s Classification Code.

British women's roster announced for Euros
Great Britain's women's team for the IWBF European Wheelchair Basketball Championships includes a healthy mix of youth and veterans.

Enticing matchups to open Roland Garros
France’s Stephane Houdet will face Argentina’s Gustavo Fernandez and Dutchwomen Jiske Girffioen will face compatriot Marjolein Buis in the first round.