PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

The Spanish Paralympic Committee is distributing hundreds of hats as part of the “We take our hats off” campaign, in support of the national Paralympic team.

The Spanish Paralympic Committee is distributing hundreds of hats as part of the “We take our hats off” campaign, in support of the national Paralympic team.

Tiago Da Silva

The Brazilian football 5-a-side player is hoping to face South American rivals in the gold-medal match at September’s Paralympic Games.

Andre Bienek

Germany announced the men’s and women’s wheelchair basketball teams, whilst two British wheelchair fencers will make their Paralympic debut.

Nelson Crispin of Colombia competes at the 2015 IPC Swimming World Championships in Glasgow, Great Britain.

World champions and Paralympic medallists will spearhead the Colombian delegation at September’s Paralympic Games.

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The Japanese broadcaster plans to screen 120 hours of action from September’s Paralympic Games.

Australia at 2014 IWRF World Championship.

Current world champion to host next edition of event.

The inspirational life of Luis Herazo - #TeamAgitos - on the Road to Rio

In the latest video in the road to Rio 2016 film series, Colombian athlete says his sporting performances have helped change people’s perceptions.

Hudson’s Bay Company has designed the outfits athletes will wear during the Rio 2016 Games.

Intelliware Development donated CAD 40,000 to Paralympic Foundation of Canada to support Para athletes’ performances on their road to the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games.

2017 World Para Swimming and Para Powerlifting Championships will be held in Mexico City.

More than 900 athletes from 65 countries are expected for a nine-day long festival of Para sport in Mexico City.

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In 30 years the programme has evolved rapidly and produced some of Para sports most recognisable faces.