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1964 Tokyo - A truly pioneering Paralympic Games
'So, we explained that in a way it was the Olympics for Paraplegia. Then one reporter responded 'Well, then we can simplify it to Paralympic’. The word somehow became popular not only with reporters but with us as well, and it became an official nickname.'
The untold story of 1964 Paralympic Games
The 'Unofficial Opening Ceremony' saw about 480 athletes from all 47 prefectures of Japan gather to compete across 36 events.
Ahmed reaches Online World Cup Finals
Egyptian Paralympic medallist wins social media voting to join the other eight finalists on 17 November
'End of the World' discovers Para ice hockey
In southernmost tip of Argentina, national able-bodied ice hockey team goaltender creates sticks and sledges to grow a new sport
New initiative to bring more race officials to the circuit
Federation holds online session targeting better geographic and gender representation
The IPC seek 2021 General Assembly host
In addition to the elections for the roles of IPC President, Vice President and 10 Board Members, a series of other activities will also take place in the chosen host city ahead of the 2021 General Assembly.
Hear my voice: Amy Marren talks limb difference and #NotAWitch
Paralympic swimming medallist talks about WarnerBros’ latest movie ‘The Witches’ negative portrayal of limb deficiencies
Peter Pal Kiss feels lucky to have found Para sport
Hungarian Para canoeist not only overcomes water phobia, but also slow battle of acceptance
UTS World Virtual Youth Festival finalists revealed
Expert panel of judges votes on who advances in the U12 and U18 categories of the IPC 'Inclusive Sports' Challenge
World Para Powerlifting joins new Kit Us Out campaign
#ItStarsWithKit shares stories about how a piece of kit helped athletes and invites donations to equip those impacted by the pandemic
IPC provides global reference on accessibility
Recently revised Accessibility Guide offers design guidelines and best practices in making an inclusive Games
Anton Zappelli tees up for Tokyo 2020 glory
'I’m right into the precision of shooting and I like that the most. It’s a mental game. Once you master the process, then it’s all in your mind and golf is the same'
Lillehammer 2021: Who to watch out for!
Top storylines and athletes likely to shine at the World Para Snow Sports Championships in a 100 days' time
Online World Cup Finals: One more spot to go!
World Para Powerlifting announces eight finalists and gives fans the chance to vote for the athlete who will join them on 17 November*
#NotAWitch calls out movie for portrayal of disability
The film, which stars Anne Hathaway, associates physical impairment with witches
Have your say on the future of your sport!
World Para Sports launches a survey to stakeholders as part of the strategic planning process for athletics, Para dance, powerlifting, swimming and shooting
L'Hospitalet Meeting brings the best out of Barrio
London 2017 Worlds medallist returns to action with new personal best at Spain's most traditional Para athletics meeting
Board of Appeal of Classification adds two new members
Jennifer Oghenewaire from Nigeria and Felipe Cárdenas from Colombia join panel of members
Daniel Dias excited to create more ripples in pool
The Brazilian Para swimmer has 24 Paralympic medals from three Games, 33 ParaPan American titles and 40 World Championship medals.
Skarstein: 'Sometimes it felt like it was us against the world'
Para rowing and Para Nordic star proves critics wrong with history-making run on Norwegian dance show