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“The gold medal at Lima 2019 was my biggest achievement”
Salvadoran powerlifter recalls memorable performance at 2019 Parapan American Games
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Joachim Gerard makes it four Masters titles
Diede de Groot and David Wagner also collect singles titles at year-end competition
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Igniting your energy within
In honour of BP’s Partner Takeover Day, we want to know your favourite BP Film
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Karimi takes long and winding road to Tokyo
‘When I finally got to USA, I said this is another opportunity’
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Iran celebrate 12th National Paralympic Day
Nearly 60,000 people with disabilities attend event
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Russia’s Sergei Sychev suspended for life
Powerlifter commits third anti-doping violation within 10 years
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World Wheelchair-B Curling Championship set to hit off
Three teams to earn promotion to 2020 Worlds in Switzerland
Teacher and dancer David Yerves goes against odds
Mexican intends to show his students anything is possible
Agitos Foundation announces GSP 2019 recipients
Seventh edition of the programme will fund 29 Para sport development projects around the globe
New dance partner gives Jang new aspirations
South Korean Para dancer is grateful for her partnership
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Russia and Slovakia join Worlds A-Pool
Both teams finished one-two at World Championships B-Pool
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Kobe 2021: Japan on the spotlight
Japanese fans to enjoy the best athletics can offer with the 2020 Paralympic Games and 2021 World Para Athletics Championships fast approaching
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Leonelli ready for Paralympic debut
Chilean table tennis player is on a high after winning gold at Lima 2019 Parapans
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Para ice hockey player suspended for anti-doping violation
Athlete returned an adverse analytical finding during 2019 World Para Ice Hockey Championships
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Sitting volleyball joins growing list of sports
A total of 10 sports have already been confirmed as part of the programme
Road to Tokyo 2020 workshops kick off in Japan
Agitos Foundation, Tokyo 2020 and Japanese Paralympic Committee launch the first of a series of activities aimed at Asian countries
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Tokyo 2020 slots up for grabs at African Championships
Morocco look to win their fourth consecutive title
Angelica Bernal is the best of the month!
Colombian claims Semana Guga Kuerten title and extends winning-streak
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Sadkowska finds freedom on dance floor
Multi-talented 21-year-old competes in four Para sports but finds the biggest happiness in Para dance
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Tokyo 2020 unveils Paralympic Torch Relay details
Regional flame lighting cerebrations and departure ceremonies will be held in 43 of Japan’s 47 prefectures