PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
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How a special bond helped Vadovicova win Rio gold
Change of coach helps Slovakian make huge progress since London 2012 to claim top honour on opening day of Paralympics.
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Rio 2016 preview: Wheelchair tennis
Wheelchair tennis rolls into action on 9 September at the Olympic Tennis Centre in the Barra Olympic Park.
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Swimming: Day one preview
Home favourite Daniel Dias gets his campaign underway as he aims for an incredible nine titles.
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Gold for top shooters Vadovicova and Dong
Slovakian recovers from a slow start to secure first place on dramatic first day of Paralympic shooting action at Rio Games.
Day one preview: powerlifting
Medals up for grabs from the off in what is forecast to be the most competitive Paralympic Games in the history of the sport.
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Day One preview: your guide to what’s happening
The first day of the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games is packed with sporting action and includes the Games’ first medals.
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Athlete content during Rio 2016 showcased on Facebook and Instagram
Behind the scenes, 360 video, live Q&As and select events from the 2016 Paralympic Games will be available on Facebook and Instagram
Inter-American Development Bank joins Paralympic Movement
Development and awareness-raising activities in Latin America
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Rio 2016 Para Athletics Prediction Panel – part three
The Games have arrived – athletics action starts today (Thursday 8 September) at the Olympic Stadium. It’s time for one last chat with our experts.
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BP, IPC extend partnership until end of 2020
The oil and gas company will continue to support the Paralympic Movement through another Paralympic cycle.