PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
Russia claim double cross-country relay World Cup win
Paralympic champions retain their form in the mixed and open event.
New London 2017 Managing Director named
Cherry Alexander brings a wealth of over 35 years sport experience to the role.
New drone video takes viewers inside Barra Olympic Park, the heart of the Rio 2016 Games
Images show main venue cluster, which is almost complete and has been hosting test events since the end of last year
Östersund to host ice sledge hockey Euros
The Östersund Arena will feature clashes between reigning champions Italy, Norway, Czech Republic, Russia, Germany and hosts Sweden.
Music Monday: Italy’s Martina Caironi
The T42 sprinter and long jumper shares her favourite three songs.
Mascots Vinicius and Tom star on final batch of Rio 2016 commemorative coins
Boxing, Paralympic swimming, athletics, cycling, rowing, beach volleyball and the Olympic torch are also celebrated on nine different designs, five for collectors.
Italy’s Kalem upsets at Lignano Master Open
The No. 9 Italian defeated No. 2 Nozdrunov for the men’s singles class 9 title.
Wheelchair Curling Worlds: Russia open with victory
The defending world champions had a solid start in round-robin play.
Chaffey cruises to victory at Oceania Championships
The defending men’s PT1 world champion was ahead of the field on his home course.
Ice sledge hockey teams arrive for C-Pool Worlds
The Championships, which form part of PyeongChang 2018’s Actualising the Dream project, will be a key development opportunity for teams.