PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
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Mexico City 2017: Top five surprises
Underdogs cause major upsets at World Para Powerlifting and Para Swimming Championships
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Mexico City 2017: Top five powerlifting moments
World Championships see memorable clashes and records tumble
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Mexico City 2017: Top five swimming moments
Top names deliver, young swimmers rise and home favourites top the podium at exciting Worlds
Agitos Foundation camp a success in Mexico
Athletes and coaches go back home from Mexico City 2017 with more knowledge and great results
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Eskau and Daviet claim double cross country gold in Canmore
Europeans continue to dominate opening World Cup of the season
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Top 50 Moments of 2017: No. 21 – Jean-Paul hits the heights in London
US high jumper breaks world record three times in one day at World Championships
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USA beat Canada in thrilling final at World Sledge Hockey Challenge
Hosts lose to fierce rivals after failing to capitalise on late power play
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PyeongChang 2018: Medals revealed
133 sets will be awarded at Paralympic Winter Games
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Patrick Selepe wins inaugural UNIQLO Spirit Award
South African wheelchair tennis player recognised for his commitment to the sport over 10 years
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Robin Cuche ready to be a Paralympic contender
Swiss skier makes season debut on home snow at St Moritz World Cup this week