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PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
Johnson believes New Zealand can increase Rio 2016 squad
Michael Johnson will lead his team to the 2015 IPC Shooting World Cup in Sydney, where he has confidence more of his teammates can qualify for the Paralympic Games.
Caldwell’s return key for Team Canada
The wheelchair rugby player went from not making the team’s Worlds roster to becoming a starter at Toronto 2015.
#WorkoutWednesday: Finland’s Leo-Pekka Tahti
The “Flying Finn” guides us through the training regime that has made him the world’s best 100m wheelchair racer.
USA’s Mark Barr seeks first Paralympic medal
The PT2 athlete can use his Paralympic swimming background as an advantage to reach the Rio 2016 podium.
Trevor Hirschfield named August’s Allianz Athlete of the Month
The wheelchair rugby player was key in Canada’s thrilling gold-medal victory at Toronto 2015.
Rio mayor joins in on sports demonstration in Future Arena
The mayor, Brazilian goalball team and Rio 2016 mascot Tom showcased their athletic abilities at the new venue in Barra Olympic Park.
Canadian teenager Daniel wins on home course
The 18-year-old para-triathlete won the men’s PT4 event at the World Para-Triathlon Event in Edmonton.
Brazilian Paralympic Committee announces Ayrton Senna as its 'in memoriam ambassador'
The Brazilian Paralympic Committee (CPB) announced on Wednesday (September 9) the Formula 1 three-times world champion Ayrton Senna as its in memoriam ambassador.
Paralympics New Zealand ‘goes gold’ to mark #1yeartogo
The National Paralympic Committee is asking the public to support their para-athletes by donating funds for the road to Rio 2016.
Glock aims to lead next generation of Brazil’s swimmers
The 21-year-old is coming off the back of a successful 2015 season and looks ahead to his home Paralympic Games at Rio 2016.
Smyth, Durand crowned world’s fastest para-athletes
Men, women’s 100m challenges bring together fastest sprinters in different impairment categories as part of one year to Rio 2016 celebrations
Display of world-class sports stir excitement one year until Rio 2016
Attendees were treated to rivalry football 5-a-side and sitting volleyball matches during one-year-to-go celebrations.
Samba, cinema wrap up one-year to Rio 2016 party
Adults and kids enjoy festival alongside Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas in Rio.
Tickets to Rio 2016 Paralympics go on sale to Brazil residents
Record total of 3.3 million tickets available; overseas fans will be able to buy from authorised vendors in their countries.
Ryzhkova dances to three golds at World Cup
As well as claiming gold with her partner Viacheslav Osipov, Russian European champion Galina Ryzhkova looks great ahead of the Worlds with two singles wins.
Doha 2015 Newsletter - Incredible stories
Qatar is very proud to introduce three incredible para-athletes who will be competing in the 2015 IPC Athletics World Championships Doha.
Doha 2015 Newsletter - Incredible legacy
SUHAIM BIN HAMAD STADIUM: Home to the World Championships
Doha 2015 Newsletter - Destination Doha
Doha: A global sports hub
Doha 2015 Newsletter - Understanding para-athletics
Para-athletics classification
Kunieda not far from Paralympic three-peat
One year from now, the Japanese wheelchair tennis player can add to his reign in the sport at Rio 2016.