PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

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

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Coach Bob Foth, an Olympic silver medallist, will lead the largest US shooting team in history to September’s Paralympic Games.

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The Dutch T43 sprinter shares the experiences of her career so far.

World champions Brazil won the Rio 2016 goalball test event.

The final goalball schedule for September´s Paralympic Games has been published.

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Check out 10 athletes that will headline Mexico’s delegation.

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Top seeds Stephane Houdet and Jiske Griffionen face tough draws, but still aim to win inaugural Wimbledon singles titles.

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The Dutch swimming world champion seeks to win gold in the 100m breaststroke at September’s Paralympic Games.

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The multi world and Paralympic champion who will be lining up for this third Paralympics in September tells us about his training regime.

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Argentina’s athletics and Canada’s shooting and wheelchair tennis teams for September’s Paralympic Games have been announced.

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The team includes three reigning world champions and two London 2012 gold medallists.