The IOC and IPC sign an agreement in 2001 ensuring Olympic host cities would also stage the Paralympics.

Barcelona 1992

“The Paralympic Games in Barcelona were the first of their kind, crowned with success which highlighted to the world the human quest for great sporting achievements.” - Juan Antonio Samaranch, IOC President

Powerlifting

The world champion is keen to add to his medal collection at the Incheon 2014 Asian Para Games.

America

TO2015 has opened the press accreditation process for the 2015 Parapan American Games.

Sitting Volleyball

Australian Barry Couzner will now stand in as interim President in the wake of Dr Hossam Mostafa’s resignation.

London 2012

Before sending them into raptures 10.90 seconds later at London 2012

Athletics

The next round of athletes is now out for the public vote after a packed month of para-sport in August.

Athletics

The biggest para-athletics event ahead of Rio 2016 will now take place between 22-31 October 2015.

Boccia

The Greek boccia player has been training for hours each day for the 2014 Boccia World Championships. Although it can be tediously repetitive, he’s driven by the will to win.

Powerlifting

Competitions confirmed for the Americas, Asia and Europe in the year before the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games.