PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
Five facts about Beijing
Ahead of this weekend’s IPC Athletics Grand Prix in Beijing, China, here are five facts you may not know about Beijing
Li aims to get back to world title winning form at Beijing Grand Prix
The 26-year-old T53 wheelchair racer will be hoping to hit form at the IPC Athletics Grand Prix as October’s World Championships fast approach.
Rodzik and Okoniewski to meet at Poland World Cup
European pistol champion Filip Rodzik will headline for the hosts, against his teammate and rival Slawomir Okoniewski.
USA’s McFadden wins Laureus Sport Award
The US Paralympian was honoured for her achievements in both athletics and cross-country skiing.
Foundation for Global Sports Development pledges support
A grant of USD 75,000 is to be used to fund education and awareness around IPC Ice Sledge Hockey and the Paralympic Movement.
Abbott World Marathon Majors wheelchair series announced
New series will see the world's best marathon racers compete for an annual USD 50,000 prize.
IPC President tells UN the Paralympics are a world leader in driving social inclusion
Sir Philip Craven and three-time Paralympian were speaking at a special event to commemorate the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace.
NBC Sports Group to screen unprecedented coverage of Buffalo 2015
NBCSN to present USA v Italy, semi-final and gold medal games from 2015 IPC Ice Sledge Hockey World Championships A-Pool live on TV and all other clashes across their digital platform, NBC Sports Live Extra, from 26 April-3 May.
Canada’s Ferguson not focusing on Rio 2016 just yet
The veteran wheelchair basketball player is first hoping to qualify for next year’s Paralympics with success at the Toronto 2015 Parapan American Games.
Swedish Paralympic Committee announces candidate list for Rio 2016
The list features athletes who could make next year’s Paralympic Games and will be updated as the event gets closer.