PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

Newcomers shine at Italy’s Indoor Nationals
Italian athletes return to action in preparation for the European Championships and the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games

Pierron hopes to pioneer goalball in France
The women's national team is preparing to give French fans a show at their home Paralympics in 2024

Old rivalry heats up as Pedersen wraps up Veysonnaz with two golds
Norway's Crystal Globe winner comes back after defeats to Jeroen Kampschreur in giant slalom races and vows to 'ski fast' in honour of his father

Hear my voice: Being open about mental health struggles is OK
Former British blind footballer Keryn Seal talked to someone about his own struggles, and it was the beginning of his journey to feeling better

Eri Yamamoto chasing her childhood dream
'Participating in the Games in my country means a way of showing gratitude that the Paralympics have always been a driving force for me'

IPC statement on Tokyo 2020 speculation
'The IPC, IOC, Tokyo 2020 Organising Committee and all delivery partners are fully committed and focussed on delivering safe and secure Olympic and Paralympic Games this summer'

Aarsjoe makes statement with double gold in Veysonnaz
All six classes see winners triumph in both giant slalom races at season's first World Cup in Switzerland

Nominations open for IPC Athletes’ Council election
Set to take place at Tokyo 2020, elections of IPC Athletes’ Council is meant to find voices for the Para athlete community

Thank You Ellie Cole for inspiring us!
PS: Becks, Cole saw your message, but she was too overwhelmed to reply

Community helps Japan's Monika Seryu regain hope
Opens up on her struggles through the pandemic and what is helping her get through