PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
China to make debut at Para-Badminton Worlds
Wang Ping looks to represent her country with a podium finish in the women’s WH1 class.
Chef de Mission Petitclerc announces Canadian Tour
The five-time Paralympian will visit 10 cities around the country to promote Rio 2016.
Overcoming highs and lows, Badenhorst aims for success
Australian snowboarder has a new prosthetic leg and keeps her determination to continue her rise to the top.
Five women skiers to look-out for in 2015-16
An increasingly young field is beginning to bear fruit, whilst established rivalries continue to simmer.
Johnson believes New Zealand can increase Rio 2016 squad
Michael Johnson will lead his team to the 2015 IPC Shooting World Cup in Sydney, where he has confidence more of his teammates can qualify for the Paralympic Games.
Caldwell’s return key for Team Canada
The wheelchair rugby player went from not making the team’s Worlds roster to becoming a starter at Toronto 2015.
#WorkoutWednesday: Finland’s Leo-Pekka Tahti
The “Flying Finn” guides us through the training regime that has made him the world’s best 100m wheelchair racer.
USA’s Mark Barr seeks first Paralympic medal
The PT2 athlete can use his Paralympic swimming background as an advantage to reach the Rio 2016 podium.
Trevor Hirschfield named August’s Allianz Athlete of the Month
The wheelchair rugby player was key in Canada’s thrilling gold-medal victory at Toronto 2015.
Rio mayor joins in on sports demonstration in Future Arena
The mayor, Brazilian goalball team and Rio 2016 mascot Tom showcased their athletic abilities at the new venue in Barra Olympic Park.