PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

IPC Athletes’ Council statement on continued suspension of Russian Paralympic Committee (RPC)
The RPC was originally suspended on 7 August 2016.

IPC President’s speech regarding the ongoing suspension of Russian Paralympic Committee
Sir Philip Craven was speaking at a press conference in London on Monday (22 May).

German, Dutch cyclists secure five wins in Ostend
The second UCI Para cycling Road World Cup of the year took place in the Belgian city from 18-21 May.

Dylan Alcott wins third Japan Open quad singles title
Great Britain’s Gordon Reid and Japan’s Yui Kamiji sealed the men’s and women’s titles in the third ITF Super Series of the year.

Martina Barbierato: Three things you did not know about me
Italy’s Rio 2016 powerlifting Paralympian shares three unknown facts about her.

Holiday hotspot with Great Britain’s Jo Butterfield
The Paralympic champion found time to relax after Rio 2016.

McKenzie Coan: Three most vivid swimming memories
The USA’s three-time Rio 2016 gold medallist recalls some unforgettable moments in the pool.

Unique medal design revealed for London 2017
“What makes an athlete tick?” is the question at the heart of clockwork design for the World Para Athletics Championships medals.

Para sport explained: Travelling for wheelchair sports
An inside look at how wheelchair sport athletes travel as a team.

My toughest opponent – Marlou van Rhjin
As the countdown to London 2017 continues, top Para athletes talk about their biggest rivals