PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

The IPC and Rio 2016 back public led #FillTheSeats campaign for Rio 2016 Paralympics
Global campaign backed by Coldplay to buy Paralympic tickets for Brazilian children reached its target in just 72 hours. Up to 10,000 tickets now available.

Para equestrian: Q&A with Sophie Wells
Get to know the British grade IV rider ahead of Rio 2016.
Michael Johnson: Best and worst moments
From winning gold at Athens 2004 to a car accident just before the World Championships in 2006, Johnson relives his career.

Training Tuesday with the USA’s Rachael Morrison
The discus world champion talks us through how she is preparing for Rio 2016.

Para equestrian: Q&A with Helen Kearney
Get to know the Irish grade 1a rider ahead of Rio 2016.

Panasonic announces finalists for KWN global contest
Seven school finalists were named for the Kid Witness News, with the winners to be named during the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games.

Paralympic Torch to be lit up by internet users
Hashtags related to the Paralympic and Rio 2016 values and sent by social media users around the world will be used to 'light' the flame virtually.

Para equestrian: Q&A with Philippa Johnson-Dwyer
Get to know the South African rider ahead of the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games.

USA and Australia add athletes to Paralympic teams
Australia received nine extra spots, whilst 22 athletes were added to USA’s team at September’s Paralympic Games.

Rio 2016 preview: Men’s 200m freestyle S5
Home favourite Daniel Dias will go for his first gold medal at the Olympic Aquatics Stadium.