Get to know one of the fastest, most dynamic sports that will be played at Rio 2016.
Rio 2016
Marina da Glória has been expanded and modernised, with new leisure facilities aimed at attracting city residents and visitors.
Swimming
Some of the world’s best swimmers will line-up in Funchal, Portugal, from 30 April, hoping to secure gold medals and prepare for Rio 2016.
Snowboard
The US Paralympic snowboard medallist felt he had to dial back this season, but says it has given him more hunger for the build up to PyeongChang 2018.
Wheelchair Tennis
Here are five potential storylines in the sport heading into September’s Games.
Athletics
In Grosseto there was a new world record in the 4x100m T42-47 relay and a new national record in the 100m T35.
Para Ice Hockey
Italy took silver and Norway bronze in Ostersund, Sweden, on Sunday (10 April).
Alpine Skiing
Seventy-two participants from eight provinces tried snowboard and alpine skiing at a recent development camp in Harbin.
Athletics
The British pairing showed their talents on the track in Grosseto, Italy.
Para Ice Hockey
Should the Paralympic silver medallists win their final game on Sunday (10 April) against Norway they will be crowned European champions.
Swimming
Changes to make the Complexo Olimpico de Piscinas da Penteada more accessible and create perfect broadcast conditions are underway.
Wheelchair Tennis
Here are the ones battling for the podium at Rio 2016.
Wheelchair Tennis
Featuring British songwriter Alexander Joseph and wheelchair tennis player Jordanne Whiley, the song is available on iTunes.
Rio 2016
Youngsters from underprivileged communities seize opportunity to try out new sports ranging from canoeing to goalball.
Archery
Rio 2016 qualification events in wheelchair rugby and rowing, plus European Championships in swimming have major implications.
Swimming
Australian world champion brings down the decade-old S9 mark at the national Championships and secures a nomination for a spot on the team for Rio 2016.
Cycling
Most of the winter sports season wrapped up, while World Championships in cycling and boccia took place.
Para dance sport
The singles field is particularly strong for the opening competition this weekend (9-10 April) in Astana.
Tokyo 2020
Four designs are up for consideration, with the final decision to come on 25 April.
Athletics
After throwing 13.23m in the women’s shot put, Germany’s Franziska Liebhardt now leads the world rankings.
