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Sprinter to Represent Antigua and Barbuda
Jamol Pilgrim will be the first athlete to ever represent Antigua and Barbuda at the Paralympics, and he has a legitimate shot of finishing toward the top of the pack.
Smyth Finishes Short of Olympic Qualifying Time
Ireland's Jason Smyth missed out on the Olympic qualifying time for the 100m this week, however he was officially nominated to his country’s Paralympic team.
Athletics: 12 Facts for London 2012
Here’s a list of 12 interesting things you should know about Athletics at the London 2012 Paralympic Games.
Six World Records Broken on Final Day of IPC Euros
On the final day of the IPC Athletics European Championships, six world records were broken, bringing the total number of new records at the event to 14.
Wallace Ready for USA’s Trials
Jarryd Wallace, whose leg was amputated just two years ago, will try to qualify for the London 2012 100m T43/44 sprint this weekend at the US Paralympics Track and Field Trials.
Evan O’Hanlon: Why Athletics is the Best Sport
In spirit of the IPC’s Athletics week, Australian Paralympic champion sprinter Evan O’Hanlon explains why his sport tops them all.
Whitehead Breaks 200m World Record at IPC Euros
Great Britain's Richard Whitehead broke the 200m T42 world record and Russia picked up eight golds on the fourth day of the IPC Athletics European Championships.
Ireland Announces London 2012 Paralympic Team
The Irish Paralympic team will be made up of 49 athletes, including Paralympic champions Jason Smyth and Michael McKillop.
Dutch Delight on Day 3 of IPC Euros
Host nation the Netherlands swept the women's 100m T43/44 sprint in top fashion under the sun on the third day of the IPC Athletics European Championships.
Live Results from 2012 IPC Athletics Euros
The final day of competition is underway in Stadskanaal and you can follow live results via our website.
Finland's Tahti Keeps on Rolling
Leo Pekka Tahti, world-record holder in the 100m T54 sprint, had no problem winning the event at the IPC Athletics European Championships.
Field Events Highlight Day 2 of IPC Euros
The field events stole the show on the second day of the IPC Athletics European Championships, an event where Russia, Ukraine and Greece now top the standings.
Popow Makes Statement at IPC Euros
Germany’s top para-athlete won the 100m T42 sprint on the first day of the IPC Athletics European Championships in top fashion.
O’Dwyer Brings Youth to Paralympics Ireland
Ireland’s Ray O’Dwyer, who won Javelin silver at the IPC Athletics Euros, should be one to watch in the sport for years to come.
Van Rhijn to Anchor Dutch Delegation at IPC Euros
Marlou van Rhijn is coming off two world-record performances heading into the IPC Athletics European Championships.
IPC Athletics European Championships Open
The Championships have brought together 520 athletes from 38 different countries to Stadskanaal for five days of competition.
Field Trio to Lead Russians at IPC Euros
Alexey Ashapatov, Alexey Kuznetsov and Alexander El’min are all expected to medal for Russia at this week’s IPC Athletics European Championships.
Slovenia’s Flere Keeps Smashing Records
Joze Flere heads to the IPC Athletics European Championships as the one to beat in the Discus F51-53 event as the world-record holder.