PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
Griffioen aiming for more than Paralympic gold
Prior to the Games in Rio, the Dutchwoman is also seeking two Grand Slam titles.
Great Britain name sailing team for Rio 2016
The British complete their team by announcing their SKUD 18 and sonar teams for the upcoming Paralympics.
France’s Bochet takes overall downhill World Cup
Competition across classifications also hots up heading into the final downhill races in Aspen, USA.
Nominees for 2016 Laureus World Sports Awards announced
Six para-athletes are up for the World Sportsperson of the Year with a Disability category.
Vote now for the Allianz Athlete of the Month – February 2016
The public has until 9 March to vote for their favourite from the five candidates.
Experienced, rising riders to compete at CHI AL SHAQAB
A mix of para-equestrian riders will test themselves ahead of the Rio 2016 Games at the competition in Doha, Qatar.
Lima 2019 Parapan American Games to feature a record 17 sports
The Lima 2019 Organising Committee has signed an agreement with the Americas Paralympic Committee to stage the biggest ever Parapan American Games.
Adecco offers chance for 50 youngsters to become ‘CEOs for One Month’
Online applications open from 1 March to 15 April.
Skiers prepare for speed World Cup Finals
Close races loom as skiers go head-to-head for overall super-G and downhill globes between 1-4 March.
Month in review: February 2016
The month was packed with winter sports, including two World Championships.