PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

man in wheelchair throws away his tennis racket and raises his arms to celebrate

Participation levels soar following Rio 2016 success.

David Drahoninsky shooting an arrow

Rio 2016 silver medallist looking to hit a maximum score.

two para swimmers and two para powerlifters compete in their sports

Swimmers and powerlifters will represent hosts at home World Championships.

Garrah Tnaiash of Iraq celebrates after winning in men's shot put F40 at London 2017.

Medallists from Thursday evening's World Para Athletics Championships session.

British duo Georgina Hermitage and Hannah Cockroft both won gold on Thursday (20 July) at the World Para Athletics Championships London 2017.

Georgina Hermitage smahes her own world record as Hannah Cockroft completes hat-trick of wins.

Agitos

Deal strengthens commercial strategy leading up to Tokyo 2020.

para athletes compete in their sports

Durand, Ferreira and McFadden going for gold at World Para Athletics Championships.

a para taekwondo fighter talks with his coach

Pha Manyvong reaches quarter finals at 2017 Asian Open.

a para shooter in a wheelchair waits with his coach

British Paralympic shooter now focused on training for 2018 Worlds after Rio disappointment.

Wide shot of two Nordic skiers skating close together on the crest of the hill, with one skier a short distance behind. Big mountain in background

Norwegian Nordic skier on why next year’s Paralympic Winter Games shouldn’t be missed.