PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

Rome 2015: What to watch on day one
The IPC Wheelchair Dance Sport World Championships get underway on 7 November. Here is what to keep an eye on.

Brazil, USA, Germany, Sweden increase Rio 2016 places
British and Australian athletes also win gold at IPC Shooting World Cup in Fort Benning, USA.

Ulset tips Bye as next big thing in Nordic skiing
Norway’s Paralympic and world championships medallist believes that his up-and-coming teammate Eirik Bye has the potential to make a big impact.

Family support huge for Choong
The British badminton player made history at the World Championships, and in front of her family.

Competition schedule announced for wheelchair dance Worlds
Two days packed with dance across singles and couples events will take place in Rome, Italy, from Saturday.
Krako in recovery after knee surgery
Slovakian Paralympic champion out for 2015-16 after carrying an injury sustained just before the 2015 World Championships.

IPC Athletics 2016 Grand Prix dates announced
In 2016, 10 Grand Prix will take place in five continents and athletes will get a taste of what they can expect at Rio 2016.

Vote now for the Allianz Athlete of the Month – October 2015
The public has until 11 November to vote for their favourite from the five candidates.

Hosts announce team for powerlifting European Open
A 10-strong group of athletes will represent Hungary in Eger from 24-28 November.

Leirfallom looks forward to ‘exhilarating’ season
As the IPC Alpine Skiing Race Director for 2015-16, Leirfallom aims to focus on moving the World Cup series forward.