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RIO 2016 PARALYMPICS NEWS
Ugandan para-rowers aim for Rio
In a land of breathtaking beauty at the heart of the African continent, para-rowing is bringing new opportunities and a Paralympic challenge to Ugandans living with a disability.
Kazimirowski appointed Belgium’s Chef de Mission for Rio 2016
The Belgium Paralympic Committee’s new Sport and NPC Manager previously worked in climbing and mountaineering.
Preparations for Rio continue at UK Paralympic Sport Science and Sport Medicine Conference
Conference was attended by 200 specialists and practitioners including IPC President Sir Philip Craven
Brazilian football 7-a-side internationals to show off their skills on Copacabana Beach
Members of the national team will show off their skills and invite the public to join in on Saturday (21 March)
Lucas aims to create history at Rio 2016
The British Paralympic champion from London 2012 is hoping to become the first sailor to retain her title.
Megan Blunk balances life as a two-sport athlete looking towards Rio
The US athlete could be a medal contender in para-canoe and has hopes to make the wheelchair basketball team.
Training Tuesdays: Cristina Menezes
Brazilian powerlifter reveals her regimen in preparation for Rio 2016
Barra Blue Beach Point will host German House during Rio 2016
The home of the German Olympic and Paralympic teams provides a place for athletes to meet with family, sponsors, politicians and journalists.
Ten reasons why the Toronto 2015 Parapan American Games will be brilliant!
IPC Director of Media and Communications Craig Spence explains why he believes the 2015 Parapan American Games will be the best ever.
Rio 2016 will inspire new generation of Paralympic stars, says Chantal Petitclerc
Legendary Canadian wheelchair racer, who won 14 gold medals at five Games, and says event will leave extensive legacy to host nation.
BISFed visit Rio ahead of 2016 Paralympic Games
Boccia’s world governing board impressed by preparations for next year’s event.
Rwandan para-sport develops at pace
Thanks to support received from the Agitos Foundation, Rwanda expect to send an increased number of athletes to Rio 2016.
World champion Josh George hungry for success at Rio 2016
US wheelchair racer has put basketball career on backburner to focus on adding to his five Paralympic Games athletics medals in Brazil.
Brazilian Paralympic Committee celebrates 20th anniversary
CPB have launched a special commemorative logo to celebrate their anniversary.
USA goalball players aiming for gold at Rio 2016
The sport’s leading superpower has already qualified men’s and women’s teams for the first Paralympic Games in South America
IPC announces Rio 2016 canoe medal events
There will be three men’s and three women’s events in kayak when the sport makes its Paralympic debut.