PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
Regional records tumble despite the rain in Nottwil
Asian and African records fell on Saturday morning at the IPC Athletics Grand Prix as a number of 400m races too place.
Massimo Dighe appointed new Para World Sailing Manager
Italy’s Massimo Dighe, who competed at London Paralympics, will be responsible for promoting and developing Para World Sailing.
Mexico's Para swimming team announced for Rio 2016
A total of 19 swimmers, including five-time Paralympic champion Juan Ignacio Reyes, will represent Mexico at September’s Paralympic Games.
The Netherlands reveal Rio 2016 kit
The outfit for the Rio 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games was launched on Monday (23 May).
Van Rhijn, Du Toit break world records in Nottwil
Both athletes set new world records on the third day of the IPC Athletics Grand Prix in the 100m.
Sport Week: Ones to watch in football 7-a-side
Here are three athletes expected to help their respective teams reach the podium in September.
Norris remains humble ahead of Rio 2016
The wheelchair basketball player has been one of Australia’s top scorers and will be key for gold in September.
Record 22 candidates announced for IPC Athletes’ Council elections
Athletes from all four corners of the globe want to be #ProudParalympians, representing the athlete voice in the Paralympic Movement, and voting will take place at Rio 2016.
Training programme takes place in Cape Verde
Supported by the Agitos Foundation, the programme trained 28 coaches and officials from Portuguese-speaking African countries.
Sport Week: Ramonov targets second Paralympic Games
Although Russia has not finalised their Rio roster, Ramonov would provide invaluable experience and leadership for the defending Paralympic champions.