PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

Japanese sports stars highlight Paralympic Torch Relay
The Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Torch Relay will be held from 12- 24 August 2021, during the transition period from the Olympic Games to the Paralympic Games

World Series 2021 winners ready for Tokyo
For the first time seven different countries take the titles in the men's and women's overall athletes, high-support needs, juniors and NPC categories

Joint Statement by IPC, Tokyo 2020 Organising Committee, TMG, and Government of Japan
In the event of any major changes in the infection situation, a further four-party meeting will be held immediately to address the issue

Cutting-edge technology behind Para sports
From prosthetics to carbon fibre wheelchairs and assisted devices, technology for Para sports is advancing with new materials and improved designs

Tokyo Paralympics preview: Para swimming day 6
A packed schedule awaits the athletes on day six at the Tokyo Aquatics Centre on 30 August with 15 gold medals to fight for

How Ricardinho’s life has changed since Rio gold
Brazil’s goal-scoring captain feared a fan on motorbike was a mugger

Tokyo Paralympics: Para athletics day 2 preview
Paralympic legends and newcomers take centre stage on 28 August at the National Olympic Stadium in the Japanese capital

Colombia bank on new talent to swell medals tally at Tokyo
A record 69 athletes head to Tokyo, almost double the team of 39 at Rio 2016

Tokyo Paralympics preview: Para swimming day 5
All you need to know to follow the action at the Tokyo Aquatics Centre on day five, 29 August at the Paralympic Games

Sophie Christiansen out of Paralympics due to ‘veterinary issue’ with horse
'I’m absolutely heartbroken to announce that Louie and I will not be going to Tokyo'