PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
British team named for sledge hockey Qualification Tournament
Two summer sport world champions – Nathan Stephens and Stephen Thomas – will try to qualify for Sochi 2014.
Greg Nugent: We have just begun
Former Marketing Director for London 2012 speaks about the most important lessons learned and how public perceptions of para-sport were transformed.
One year on: Top five powerlifting moments
From Turkey’s only gold of the Games to a victory dedicated to family, the ExCel arena was alive with the feats of the strongest Paralympians in history.
One year on: Argentina’s loss still leaves bitter taste
After losing to Brazil in the football 5-a-side semi-finals in London, the Argentineans are seeking revenge on the road to Rio 2016.
Houdet, van Koot, Sithole triumph at US Open
France’s Stephane Houdet beat the world’s No. 1 player and Lucas Sithole became the first African player to win a Grand Slam.
Mayor of London presented with Paralympic Order
Boris Johnson accepts honour one year on from London 2012 during National Paralympic Day.
Tokyo to stage 2020 Paralympic Games
IPC sends congratulations to Tokyo 2020 bid team.
Chuck Aoki: One year on, London 2012 still hurts
American star Chuck Aoki reflects back on a shocking wheelchair rugby semifinal loss to Canada.
Lieven Coudenys: My favourite photographs from London 2012
The experienced Belgian photographer retells some of his best moments from the London 2012 Paralympic Games in pictures.
One year on: A look back at Japan’s goalball shocker
The Japanese women’s goalball team gave fans something to watch at London 2012 en route to their surprising gold medal.