Sir Philip Craven hails "extraordinary strides in helping to change the world's perception of people with an impairment".

Great Britain

Great Britain aiming to continue their dominance with USA and Australia looking to take home medals.

Stoke Mandeville hosts the start of flame’s journey to Olympic Stadium

The London 2012 Paralympic Flame was created at Stoke Mandeville Stadium with a legendary lineup that included IPC President Sir Philip Craven.

Rights Holding Broadcasters include America, Zealand, Malaysia, Singapore, Ireland and Iran.

Great Britain

The Five Paralympians of the Torch Relay competed in one of the first four Paralympic Games.

Wheelchair Basketball

With a lot of up-and-coming talent, several teams will look to knock off defending Paralympic champions Australia on the men’s side and USA on the women’s side.

Shooting

New Zealand’s first shooting world champion was announced at the Team’s official Welcome Ceremony, held at New Zealand House.

Athletics

Five-time Paralympian is voted by his teammates to have the honour of carrying the stars and stripes in the athletes procession.

Canada

Wheelchair rugby veteran Garrett Hickling and boccia player Marco Dispaltro are eager to excite the crowds in the British capital.