PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
Four world records fall at British swimming nationals
Jessica-Jane Applegate, Bethany Firth and Eleanor Simmonds are amongst those to set world, European and British records in Manchester.
No. 18 Bochet makes history with 11th consecutive World title
French skier Marie Bochet became the first skier in history to sweep all events at consecutive World Championships.
Brazilian tennis stars turn out for Rio 2016 Test Event
CPB ambassador Gustavo Kuerten was among the tennis legends checking out the Barra Olympic Park.
Seguin follows up World title with World Cup gold
The French world champion won the 2.4mR race at the Sailing World Cup in Melbourne.
Iran’s Hajikolaei seeks return to Paralympic gold
After a silver medal from London 2012, the Iranian men’s sitting volleyball team want to prove they are still the best.
Rio 2016 unveils Paralympic Torch
With the four Paralympic values inscribed on its side in Braille, the torch will spread the spirit of the Games across Brazil.
Big read: The man behind Rwanda’s sitting volleyball success
The Dutch coach has revolutionised the sport in Rwanda, helping both the men’s and the women’s teams qualify for their first Paralympic Games in history.
Canada win Torino 2015 sledge hockey tournament
The Paralympic medallists secured a 7-1 victory over hosts Italy whilst South Korea take third place in Torino.
No. 19 Canada win 15 TO2015 swimming medals
At the Toronto 2015 Parapan American Games, Canada secured a record 168 medals, helped by the performances of swimmers on “Super Sunday."
New Asian Paralympic Committee strategy revealed
The Asian Paralympic Committee intends to become one of the leading regions within the Paralympic Movement.