PARA ATHLETICS NEWS

Evan O'Hanlon and Scott Reardon

40-strong Australian team heading to Lyon

Cartwright, O’Hanlon and Reardon headline team containing Paralympic gold medallists, World Champions and multiple record holders who will compete at the athletics World Champs.

A picture of three women running on the track

Lyon 2013 President: We have to be on top form

Gerard Masson hopes that the 2013 IPC World Championships in Lyon will be a huge success, not just for the organisers but for the French public, media and international athletes.

Justin Gatland edges ahead of Usain Bolt to clinch gold at the  2013 IAAF Diamond League event in Rome

IAAF Diamond League: Gatlin upsets bolt

Murielle Ahoure also surprises at the Olympic stadium in Rome, whilst Paralympic Champion Martina Caironi finishes fourth behind team mate and Great Britain's Laura Sugar.

Jiri Jezek

What to watch: June

Here’s a brief run-down of the top para-sport events around the world to keep your eyes on in June.