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PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
Rio 2016 preview: goalball
Men’s world champions Brazil will begin their quest for Paralympic gold v Sweden, whilst women’s London 2012 gold medallists Japan will make their debut v Israel.
Agitos Foundation looks ahead to ground-breaking Paralympics
With the release of the final road to Rio 2016 athlete stories, the IPC’s development arm is confident Rio 2016 will be a landmark Paralympics for Para sport development.
Cuba’s Omara Durand dreaming of the Paralympic podium
The world’s fastest female Paralympian is a strong contender for three titles at Rio 2016 – but her focus is on her preparation.
Araujo set to compete at her first Paralympics
Supported by the Agitos Foundation, the 17-year-old swimmer is on the way to accomplish her biggest dream.
Shooters aim for glory at Rio 2016
Nearly 150 athletes from more than 40 countries are in Brazil to vie for gold medals at the Olympic Shooting Centre.
Games on! Brazil welcomes the Paralympics
IPC President promises Rio 2016 will “surprise, inspire and excite” as he hails the start of the ‘People’s Games’ at Maracana extravaganza.
Rio 2016 Para Athletics Prediction Panel – part two
With just a day to go until the Para athletics action gets underway at the Olympic stadium we pose three more questions to our Prediction Panel.
Rio 2016 Opening Ceremony Speech
7 September – Sir Philip Craven, IPC President
Samsung launches exciting Paralympics campaign
Major new initiative by IPC partner will highlight the importance of meaningful innovation and accessibility for everyone.
Colourful and joyous – Rio knows how to put on a show
The Maracana stadium hosted a spectacular Opening Ceremony for the Paralympics on Wednesday (September 8).
Ukraine aim to reclaim football 7 Paralympic title
After winning silver at London 2012, world No.1 Ukraine will be the strong favourite to reclaim in Rio the Paralympic title they won at Athens 2004 and Beijing 2008.
Rio 2016 preview: table tennis
The 29 table tennis medal events will be contested at the Riocentro Pavilion 3 venue on 8-17 September.
Ibrahim Al-Hussein revealed as flag bearer for IPA Team
The swimmer, who lost his leg in a bombing in Syria, will be the first athlete to enter the Maracana Stadium at the Opening Ceremony.
Lin Ma targets table tennis trifecta
Three-time Paralympic gold medallist Ma Lin admits he has not had the best preparation leading up to the Rio 2016 Paralympics.
Rio 2016 Para Athletics Prediction Panel
With two days to go until the Para athletics action gets underway, our panel of experts tell us what they’re looking forward to at Rio 2016.
Proud Paralympian relaunches at Rio 2016
Dedicated athlete education programme gives a special focus on encouraging votes in the IPC Athletes’ Council elections.
14 fun facts about Paralympic mascot Tom
The playful, leafy-headed mascot of the Rio Games is gaining fans around the world. Let’s get to know him better.
The IPC provisionally approves bobsleigh for the Beijing 2022 Paralympic Winter Games
The decision means Beijing 2022 Paralympic Winter Games will feature seven sports.
Swimming superstars are ready to go at Rio 2016
Daniel Dias, Eleanor Simmonds, Carlos Serrano and Jessica Long are amongst Paralympic sport’s biggest names set to compete from 8 September.
Sina Sports partners with the International Paralympic Committee
Expanded coverage of the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games are available on Sina Sports.