PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

Welcome to Para rowing
The sport has appeared in three Paralympic Games so far

France’s Valet enjoys family time
Maxime Valet was on a upward progression with top finishes at the previous World Cups. But even with the postponement, he is enjoying more time with his baby girl.
Police captain Latyshev back on world sports stage
Russian makes World Cup debut after 25 years of law enforcement service

Tokyo 2020 unveil Pre-Games sustainability report
Organising Committee publishes key activities and achievements of its sustainability efforts

IPC cancels plans for 2020 Extraordinary General Assembly and Membership Gathering
Governance Review will continue with approval sought in 2021 and 2022/2023

Brazilian Para cyclist Soelito Gohr commits anti-doping rule violation
International Paralympic Committee has referred the matter to the Union Cycliste Internationale for them to determine further sanction

WPA Athlete Advisory Group statement on COVID-19
The priority at this time remains for all Para athletes to stay safe, be aware of and follow guidance from the WHO

Herbert Aceituno lifts El Salvador's hope
Powerlifting Parapan American champion promises to continue making history

IPC honoured on International World ParaVolley Day
Sitting volleyball’s international federation thanks IPC for its role in sport’s growth

Kobe World Championships rescheduled to 2022
Decision follows postponement of the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games to 2021