PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
![Short statured female discus thrower competing](/sites/default/files/images/180519102913997_20_Niamh%2BMc%2BCarthy.jpg)
Niamh McCarthy makes statement ahead of Berlin 2018
Irish discus thrower breaks European record at Rieti Grand Prix
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Judo Pan Am Champs to kick off in Canada
Paralympic champions head competitive field at continental event
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Avicii inspires Timothy Disken both in and out of pool
Australian Paralympic swimming champion shares his love for music
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Madrid 2018: 6 things to know about Iran
Rio 2016 silver medallists seek further success at World Championships
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Ghana celebrates goalball with national competition
Event aims to raise awareness of the sport across the African country
![a male Para shooter receives his medal](/sites/default/files/images/180518124826625_Chul%2BPark.jpg)
Cheongju 2018: Chul Park hopes results transfer to Tokyo
South Korean shooter has renewed confidence for 2020 Paralympics
IPC urge Tokyo 2020 to finalise Paralympic budget
Excitement and expectation levels for the Games continue to build
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Madrid 2018: Brazil name squad for blind football Worlds
Stars Jefinho and Ricardinho lead the team in search of fifth title
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Aki Taguchi named shooting Para sport athlete liaison
Three-time Paralympian will represent views of fellow shooters
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Madrid 2018: Schoolchildren part of Worlds legacy
Students from host venue Colegio Sagrado Corazon to watch games up close