PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
Equestrian Preview
Great Britain has been dominant recently inside the equestrian arena, though Germany, Denmark and the Netherlands will be pushing for the podium in London.
London 2012 Paralympics to be broadcast to largest audience
Rights Holding Broadcasters include America, Zealand, Malaysia, Singapore, Ireland and Iran.
Swimming Preview
As the second biggest sport on the London 2012 programme, swimmers such as Australia’s Matt Cowdrey, Brazil’s Daniel Dias and Great Britain’s own Ellie Simmonds should steal the headlines.
Wheelchair Basketball preview
With a lot of up-and-coming talent, several teams will look to knock off defending Paralympic champions Australia on the men’s side and USA on the women’s side.
Cycling Preview
Great Britain aiming to continue their dominance with USA and Australia looking to take home medals.
Shooting preview
The first medal at London 2012 will awarded in shooting with Republic of Korea, Sweden and Great Britain expected to feature strongly throughout the eight days of competition.
Slovenia’s Pintar honoured to be flag bearer
Despite starting competition early on the day after the Opening Ceremony, table tennis player Mateja Pintar is eager to carry Slovenia’s flag.
Sir Philip predicts huge London success
IPC President Sir Philip Craven says: "All the ingredients are there for best Paralympic Games ever."
Coldplay hit to close London 2012 Festival
Musicians across UK will perform their own unique renditions of Viva la Vida at the same time before the Paralympic Games Closing Ceremony.
IPC Announces Visa Paralympic Hall of Fame Inductees
Five individuals, including Paralympians and coaches, will be inducted into the Visa Paralympic Hall of Fame on Thursday (30 August).