PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

Ibrahmi lays down marker ahead of London 2017
The Tunisian thrower was in fine form at the World Para Athletics Grand Prix in Tunis.
Gangneung 2017: Canada lead standings halfway through preliminary round
Canada, Norway and the USA all picked up wins on day four of the 2017 World Para Ice Hockey Championships A-Pool.

Tunisian women dominate home Grand Prix
The second day of the World Para Athletics Grand Prix saw home success.

China’s Lijun Zhang happy for US success in Rio
Although disappointed for losing out on gold, the two-time sitting volleyball gold medallist believes it is good for the sport to have a new Paralympic champion.

My toughest opponent by the USA's David Blair
In the second edition of a new series, top Para athletes talk about their toughest opponent.

IWBF Secretary General speaks at UN event
Maureen Orchard attended the inauguration of the We Play Together photo exhibition in Geneva.

British Paralympian shortlisted for top rowing award
Tom Aggar is one of six rowers to be shortlisted for the Thomas Keller Medal.

What’s in my kitbag? Italy’s Martina Caironi
The 100m T42 Paralympic and world champion reveals the contents of her kitbag.

Para dance sport season sweeps into Cujik
The first competition of the World Championships season will take place in the Netherlands between 15-16 April.
Denmark not deterred by most recent losses
Despite not qualifying for Rio 2016, the Danish wheelchair rugby team has renewed hope ahead of the European Championships.