PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
China’s Yao shot to the top of the podium
Chinese athletes dominated the jumping and throwing events of this morning, collecting gold and silver medals in women’s shot put F42/44 and the gold in the men’s long jump F46.
Thailand produce stunning boccia upset
Beijing gold medalists Great Britain crash out of competition at semi-final stage.
Simmonds on style yet again
On Day 5 in the pool, British poster girl Ellie Simmonds came through with another gold another world record.
China and Nigeria continue powerlifting success
Medals were decided in the women's 67.50kg and 75kg, as well as the men's 75kg at the ExCeL on Day 5.
London 2012 medallists to aim further
Many shooting athletes competing on Day 5 have already won a medal in the London 2012 Paralympic Games. Now they have to aim further, as the distance is pushed back to 25m.
What to watch: Day 5
Archery and equestrian finals, a superb lineup of swims and Tatyana McFadden’s first race on the track highlight Day 5 action.
Baker sets equestrian record and takes second gold
British rider clinches second gold as Puch secures glory for Austria.
American duo ready for wheelchair tennis showdown
USA pair Nick Taylor and David Wagner look to retain their gold medal against British duo Andy Lapthorne and Peter Norfolk.
Day 5 of Athletics sees champions back on track
David Weir, Michael McKillop and Terezinha Guihermina have already won the gold in a previous event of the London 2012 Paralympic Games, but they come for more on Day 5.
Explore London 2012 Paralympic page a hit
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