PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
Han Soo Kim learns from Rio 2016 mistakes
The South Korean boccia player reflected on Rio 2016 and is determined to win double gold at the 2017 Asia-Oceania Championships.
Japan’s Muraoka has high hopes for Test Event
The 19-year-old sit skier is aiming to improve some technical detail, but she is also aiming to reward her supporters.
Tuinfort aiming for new personal best in 2017
The Dutch Paralympic powerlifting bronze medallist will open her season in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, at a World Cup.
Germany show improving form at exhibition games
With just under 50 days to go until they compete at the World Para Ice Hockey Championships A-Pool, Germany beat Norway for the first time in 19 years.
Shooters to get season underway in Al Ain
A full programme of rifle and pistol events featuring new Paralympic medallists will begin in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates, on Wednesday (22 February).
Team leaders praise London 2017 preparations
Team Leaders treated to an extensive tour of venues, hotels and facilities to be used during the World Para Athletics Championships.
Brits to line-up for World Para Athletics Marathon Cup in London
The Virgin Money London Marathon will take place on Sunday 23 April.
Para athletics explained – commentating at major events
Ahead of London 2017, the IPC’s lead athletics commentator Will Downing explains what it’s like to cover a major Championships.
Next generation to be shown ‘I’m Possible’
The International Paralympic Committee launched the Japanese version of materials that aims to educate youngsters on the Paralympic Movement.
Min Kyong Cho trades water for ice
The South Korean takes on a new challenge when she makes her wheelchair curling debut in March’s World Championships.