PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

Three men in wheelchairs, having their hand on their chest

Following a dominant performance at the IPC Shooting World Cup in September, the team look primed to be the ones to beat at Rio 2016.

A skyline with many skyscrapers in the background. Red flowers and water in the front.

Ahead of the IPC Athletics World Championships, a number of journalists and coaches give their view on which will be the most competitive event.

Man in red jersey throwing a discus

Trinidad and Tobago’s athlete targets gold in both the men’s discus and javelin throws at the IPC Athletics World Championships.

My Incredible Story by Thuraya al Zaabi (English)

Thuraya Al Zaabi reflects on how para-athletics changed her life and looks ahead to the Doha 2015 IPC Athletics World Championships.

Two men holding a banner in front of a modern skyline

Ahead of the IPC Athletics World Championships, a number of journalists and coaches have been giving their predictions for some key races.

A spectacular view of with Christ the Redeemer and Sugar Loaf in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) has announced a new partnership with Jet Set Sports dedicated to growing spectator attendance at the Paralympic Games.

Table tennis player in action

The first day of group, team stages of the para-table tennis Europeans wrapped up.

Two wheelchair rugby players fighting for the ball

Classic rivals the USA and Canada will battle for the gold medal.

Sophie Wells

The free event will be held on 25 October, giving attendees an opportunity to try various para-sports and promote home-favourite athletes.

Sledge hockey players on the ice in action

The sport is looking to continue growing the competition calendar in 2015-16, after a successful last two seasons.