PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

World record holder Browne tips Streng for Euro glory
The USA’s Richard Browne believes Germany’s young protégé Felix Streng will be a serious rival in the future.

Sharov aiming for success at Swansea 2014
Visually impaired champion hopes Russia will emulate their success from two years ago.

IPC Athletes’ Council member McCullough passes away
The two-time Paralympian had cancer and sadly passed away on Saturday 16 August.

Top para-athletes voice Swansea 2014 predictions
Non-Europeans Scott Reardon, Michelle Stilwell, Terezinha Guilhermina and Yohansson Nascimento evaluate the talent for the IPC Athletics European Championships.

Hannah Cockroft relishing 800m challenge
British T34 ace will be aiming for the 100m and 800m double at Swansea 2014

Nepal NPC President re-elected
Surendra Bahadur Basnyat has been re-elected as President of the Nepal National Paralympic Committee for the second-time.

Kari Marklund retires from ISBA Goalball Committee
Having held the position for three years, Marklund has decided to step down, with IBSA President Jannie Hammershoi expressing her gratitude.
Sweden and Switzerland teams announced
Sweden have named an experienced side ahead of the World Equestrian Games, with Switzerland also announcing their athletes to compete in Normandy.

Laurentia Tan wants personal best in Normandy
Singapore’s Laurentia Tan outlines her aspirations for the World Equestrian Games in Normandy, France

Boccia and goalball stars at National Paralympic Day
Stars from Great Britain’s London 2012 boccia and goalball teams are set to compete once more during National Paralympic Day