PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
Somalia’s first Paralympian aims to promote Para sports
After competing at his first Paralympic Games in Rio, Farhan Adawe is hoping to “open many doors” for people with impairment to take up sports in his country.
New Zealand celebrates Rio 2016’s success
New Zealand rounded off their best Paralympic Games ever, winning 21 medals made up of nine golds, five silvers and seven bronzes.
Popular vote to decide name of Sao Paulo 2017’s mascot
Mina, Mona and Sampa are the shortlisted names for the mascot, a female red howler monkey that can be found in Brazil’s Atlantic Forest.
No. 48: Paralympians touch hearts with words of wisdom
Here are some of the most memorable interviews, speeches Paralympians gave in 2016.
Ultee proves that anything is possible
Hoping to improve on his top three World Cup finish from last season, the Dutch snowboarder explains why helping others motivates him to succeed.
Jochemsen’s PyeongChang 2018 quest starts at home
Dutch skier is focused on the World Championships on her road to the Winter Paralympics, and will begin her season in Landgraaf.
No. 49 Actualising the Dream becomes a reality
PyeongChang 2018’s development activities, run in partnership with the Agitos Foundation, are rolled out across winter sports.
World Rowing announces finalists for 2016 awards
Five Para rowing crews have been shortlisted for the ‘2016 World Rowing Para Crew of the Year’ category.
Clarion hoping to gain edge at PyeongChang Test Event
French Nordic skier Thomas Clarion also aims to work on building a relationship with guide Antoine Bollet.
No. 50 Bobsleigh on course for Beijing 2022
The sport was provisionally approved for the Beijing 2022 Paralympic Winter Games.