PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

Equestrian: 12 Facts for London 2012
Here’s a list of 12 interesting things you should know about Equestrian at the London 2012 Paralympic Games.

USA Names London 2012 Athletics Squad
Jerome Singleton, Tatyana McFadden and April Holmes highlight the American squad headed to the Paralympic Games.
Guilhermina Out for 3 World Records in London
Brazil's Terezinha Guilhermina has set out to be the fastest visually impaired sprinter in the world.

Peacock Speaks of his Delight at 100m World Record
British sprinter could now challenge Oscar Pistorius and Jerome Singleton for gold after 10.85 performance.

IFDS Launches 2012 Paralympic Sailing Competition Website
The International Association for Disabled Sailing have launched a Paralympic Sailing competition website.

Dutch Sprinter Roozen Hopes for Comeback
After giving birth to a daughter, the Netherlands’ veteran sprinter Annette Roozen is trying to come back for London 2012.

Britain’s Peacock Runs Fastest Ever Time in Amputee Sprinting
Peacock runs 10.85 to eclipse times by set Oscar Pistorius and Marlon Shirley

London 2012 Unveils Essential Games Time Services and Facilities at the Paralympic Athletes’ Village
First guests welcomed at the Olympic and Paralympic Village as part of preparations for the London 2012 Games. Essential Games time services and facilities include a state-of-the-art gym, athlete recreation area, multi-faith centre and 24-hour main dining area

World Records Smashed on Day One of US Paralympic Track & Field Trials
Jessica Galli and Raymond Martin among two of four world records breakers