PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
New 800m T34 world lead time set by Halko at US trials
The time of 2:01.83 at the US Trials has yet to be ratified as a world record by IPC Athletics.
Barrera one of Colombia’s brightest stars
The 14-year-old dreams of representing Colombia at a Paralympic Games and winning a medal, and features in a new Agitos Foundation film series.
Laurentia Tan works around hearing impairment
The London 2012 silver medallist has developed skills that make her one of the top freestyle Para equestrian riders ahead of Rio.
Vote now for the Allianz Athlete of the Month – June 2016
The public has until 8 July to vote for their favourite from the five candidates.
Three regional records fall at US swimming trials
Seven national records also highlighted the opening day of the Paralympic trials.
British sledge hockey team appoint new head coach
Ian Offers wants to develop the sport and take his team to another level in the coming years.
Canada announce judo and cycling Rio 2016 teams
A total of 12 cyclists and two judokas will be part of Canada’s delegation at September’s Paralympic Games.
Sport Week: Five cyclists to look out for at Rio 2016
Check out five cyclists that will headline September’s Paralympic Games.
Rodriguez Clark aims to repeat London 2012 gold
Cuba’s Parapan American champion is hoping to reclaim the Paralympic judo title at Rio 2016.
Vasconcelos targets fourth Paralympic gold
Brazil’s football 5-a-side coach aims to claim the Paralympic title for a fourth consecutive time, after winning the previous three as a goalkeeper.