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7-18 September

RIO 2016 PARALYMPICS NEWS

Chinese sportswear company 361° will supply uniforms and products to the IPC ahead of September’s Games.
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Chinese company, who is also an official Rio 2016 Games supplier, will supply uniforms and products to the IPC ahead of September’s Games.

a female in black clothing and a black helmet riding a bicycle
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These figures mark some significant moments in the para-triathlete’s road to Rio 2016.

Outside view of a venue
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Carioca Arena 3, which will become a sport-focused high school, inaugurated to celebrate six months until the Paralympic Games.

President of the IPC Sir Philip Craven
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Today Monday 7 March marks six months to go until the Opening Ceremony of the Rio 2016 Paralympics, a Games that is vital for the continued growth of the Paralympic Movement.

Paralympic Sports A-Z: Canoe
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Everything you need to know about para-canoe, ahead of its Paralympic debut at Rio 2016.

IPC President Sir Philip Craven speaks at the USOC 2016 Media Summit.
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On the strength of unprecedented summer Paralympics coverage across NBC, NBC Sports Network, and TeamUSA.org, the global head of the Paralympic Movement believes the Games will be a major platform to further educate the U.S. about disabilities.

Sir Philip Craven was among the first passengers on the Rio 2016 Celebrate Literature train.
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Sir Philip Craven hopes Rio 2016 will set new records in terms of spectator attendance, TV audiences, athletic performance and social legacy.

Mariska Beijer
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As one of the world’s top scorers, Mariska Beijer is used to drawing defences. But that has made her even more ready for Rio 2016.

Two wheelchair fencers cross swords in empty arena, some people watching from behind
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Venue for football 7-a-side inaugurated alongside arena that will stage wheelchair fencing.

Female wheelchair tennis player in action on a blue court
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Prior to the Games in Rio, the Dutchwoman is also seeking two Grand Slam titles.

Three people on a boath showing the British flag
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The British complete their team by announcing their SKUD 18 and sonar teams for the upcoming Paralympics.

Rio 2016 Paralympic Games mascot Tom warmed up the crowd at the Paralympic Festival.
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With six months to go until the biggest Paralympic Games ever, the IPC has said they are happy with preparations.

Aerial view of Olympic Park
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Images show main venue cluster, which is almost complete and has been hosting test events since the end of last year

Seven coins with some Rio 2016-related designs
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Boxing, Paralympic swimming, athletics, cycling, rowing, beach volleyball and the Olympic torch are also celebrated on nine different designs, five for collectors.

Man in canoe in triumphant pose
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Australia’s para-canoeist anticipates hard-fought encounter against Austria’s Markus Swoboda at Rio 2016.

Two women in jerseys smiling and raising her arms
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The Australian quickly adapted to the sport and is a Paralympic favourite in the women’s PT5 class.