PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
No. 25 Rivard rises to the top of women’s S10
Canada’s Aurelie Rivard had an incredible 2015, winning two world titles, six Parapan Am medals and a new world record in the women’s S10.
France’s Daviet wins first World Cup biathlon race
The most decorated athlete from the Sochi 2014 Paralympic Winter Games, Russia’s Roman Petushkov, also takes his first win of the season in Tyumen, Russia.
Italy announce team for home international
Coach Massimo Da Rin reflects on the team’s chance of impressing their home crowds from 7-12 December.
Big Interview: Roland Garros champion Gustavo Kuerten
The IPC caught up with former tennis star Gustavo ‘Guga’ Kuerten, an ambassador for the Brazilian Paralympic Committee.
Rio 2016 ceremony auditions get street flavour
Skateboarders, roller skaters and hip-hop dancers strut their stuff as the battle for places intensifies.
Nations qualify for Rio 2016 at Para World Sailing Championships
NPCs have until 1 March 2016 to confirm the qualification slots they will use.
No. 27 Badminton joins Paralympic programme
Badminton, the latest sport to join the Paralympic programme, held its World Championships at the birthplace of the Movement.
Wheelchair Tennis Masters to be shown live on BBC for first time
The semifinals and finals will be shown live on BBC Red Button and the BBC Sport website.
No. 26 IPC releases new four year Strategic Plan
The new plan from the Paralympic Movement’s global governing body aims to grow in six strategic areas over 2015-2018.
Three questions for Kevin McKee
The US forward answer three pertinent questions about ice sledge hockey and his own game.