PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

Eri Yamamoto chasing her childhood dream
'Participating in the Games in my country means a way of showing gratitude that the Paralympics have always been a driving force for me'

IPC statement on Tokyo 2020 speculation
'The IPC, IOC, Tokyo 2020 Organising Committee and all delivery partners are fully committed and focussed on delivering safe and secure Olympic and Paralympic Games this summer'

Aarsjoe makes statement with double gold in Veysonnaz
All six classes see winners triumph in both giant slalom races at season's first World Cup in Switzerland

Nominations open for IPC Athletes’ Council election
Set to take place at Tokyo 2020, elections of IPC Athletes’ Council is meant to find voices for the Para athlete community

Thank You Ellie Cole for inspiring us!
PS: Becks, Cole saw your message, but she was too overwhelmed to reply

Community helps Japan's Monika Seryu regain hope
Opens up on her struggles through the pandemic and what is helping her get through

Veysonnaz hosts more than 80 athletes in season-opening World Cup
Paralympic champions and Crystal Globe winners take on two giant slalom and two slalom races in Switzerland

Armenia’s newly-created team sets big goal
Three female and one male rider dream with a ticket to Beijing 2022 to boost the sport and attract more athletes

Slovenian Para athletes at centre of music video
Campaign launched to show how sport is a source of inclusion for people with disabilities

Dates set for men's Tokyo 2020 qualification tournament
The final spot for the 2020 Paralympic Games is up for grabs in Duisburg, Germany