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PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
Awards given for the Samsung Paralympic Bloggers project
Spain’s Teresa Perales, Brazil’s Natalia Mayara and Terezinha Guilhermina were the winners.
Wheelchair tennis – The best quotes
Dylan Alcott, Gordon Reid, Andy Lapthorne, Aniek van Koot and Kgothatso Montjane share their reactions from a thrilling competition.
Shahrad Nasajpour to carry the Paralympic Flag
The Independent Paralympic Athletes (IPA) team member will take a prominent role at the Closing Ceremony.
Victory Hug: Marcel clinches marathon gold in Rio sun
Swiss ‘Silver Bullet’ in sprint finish to claim first Paralympic title but Tatyana McFadden narrowly misses out on fifth gold of Games.
Iran seize back Paralympic title on day of high emotion
Victory in men’s sitting volleyball final sees Iran come out on top in fifth successive gold-medal battle with Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Aussie delight at triumph in epic rugby final
Rio 2016 final will go down in history books as Australians retain their title with 59-58 victory in double overtime.
IPC President’s speech at Closing Ceremony of Rio Games
Sir Philip Craven, President of the International Paralympic Committee, addressed the Closing Ceremony of the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games on Sunday (18 September).
Independent Paralympic Athlete team makes history in Rio thanks to the support of Allianz SE
“I have been dreaming of this for 22 years. I thought my dream had gone when I lost my leg but now it is back for real.” Ibrahim Al Hussein, refugee.
Obrigado Brazil! People to receive highest honour
IPC President praises Cariocas as Rio Games culminate in Closing Ceremony celebrating sounds and colours of host nation.
Athletics: Marathon preview
Copacabana will provide the spectacular backdrop for five races over the marathon distance to complete the Para athletics programme in Rio.
The people have their say on the ‘People’s Games’
Brazilians lit up the Maracana again on Sunday – and they agreed the Paralympics would leave a lasting impression on their nation.
RJ Mitte enjoying his first Paralympic experience
The star of US TV series ‘Breaking Bad’ says he can feel “an amazing atmosphere” at Rio 2016. “The world is united here in Rio,” he said.
Statement on Iranian cyclist Bahman Golbarnezhad
The cyclist passed away earlier today following a crash during the C4 cycling road race at the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games
Paralympic history showcased at the Spaceship of Knowledge at the Olympic Stadium
The venue for Para athletics during the Rio 2016 Paralympics features an Olympic and Paralympic City Museum.
Sell-out crowd enjoys spectacular sailing finale
Final gold goes to Frenchman Seguin on a day when just seconds decided the other medal positions as Rio competition comes to a close.
IPC announces new members of Athletes' Council
The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) on Saturday (17 September) announced the six elected members of the IPC Athletes' Council for the next four years.
USA and Australia book wheelchair rugby final spots
Final showdown promises to be a classic as two of the game’s strongest nations put in clinical displays in semi-final victories.
Paralympics Day 10: Live updates from Rio
Welcome to our live updates from the pick of the action across the venues. Keep checking back for the latest developments.
Brazil 5s extend winning streak to claim Paralympic gold
The Rio 2016 hosts defeated Iran 1-0 in the football 5-a-side final to take title and maintain a 100 per cent record at Paralympic Games.
Wheelchair rugby: Day four preview
After an epic round of clashes in the final pool games on Friday, fans heading to the Carioca Arena on Saturday have a lot to get excited about.