PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

Two young women running on a track, head to head

The teenage sprint sensation will be hoping to defend her European titles at Grosseto 2016, but what does she listen to?

Group picture of kids and adults around a table tennis table

Workshops in swimming and table tennis designed to help improve knowledge of classification.

Brazil football 5-a-side

The Rio 2016 hosts re-asserted their dominance in blind football after winning the International Challenge title, in preparation for September’s Paralympic Games.

wheelchair rugby

Wheelchair rugby combines elements of rugby, basketball and handball.

Aerial view on stadium

Acclaimed artist Vik Muniz will create a new piece live in the Maracana Stadium with help from the athletes at Rio 2016.

Man hits a volleyball in the air

The libero is confident Iran will have a winning sitting volleyball team together for September’s Paralympics.

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Dr Pam Venning appointed as Head of Medical Services and Bob Caple appointed Broadcast Manager.

a male wearing black and a helmet racing in a wheelchair

The T54 world record holder has been with his coach for 20 years and the pair are now gearing up for Hug’s fourth Paralympic Games.

two judo players competing

Check out six judokas to look out for ahead of the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games.

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A raft of the best powerlifters from the region are expected at the Paralympic Games.