PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

a woman in a wheelchair speaks to a crowd of people

Dutch Paralympic champion is fifth wheelchair tennis player to be recognised.

a Para sprinter runs towards the finish line

Chile, Ecuador, Jamaica, Mexico and Venezuela to compete at Junior Para Athletics Worlds.

a group of powerlifters pose for a photo

Australian interest in the sport is growing.

Wide shot of two Nordic skiers skating close together on the crest of the hill, with one skier a short distance behind. Big mountain in background

Norwegian Nordic skier wants to train like a champion ahead of Paralympic Winter Games.

a group of para swimmers and officials smile for the camera

Project aims to revise existing Para swimming system.

a man and a woman sign documents on a table

Historic agreement secures one host city for both Games.

a group of schoolchildren pose for a photo

Knowledge of Para sport growing thanks to Agitos Foundation project.

a blindfolded runner and his guide celebrate after crossing the finish line

Londoner Sarah Linney shares her life-changing experience of the World Para Athletics Championships.

Sherif Osman powerlifting in action

Egyptian powerlifter wants to reach new heights at World Championships.

three men on a podium

Brazilian cyclist has Worlds in his sights after impressive start to 2017 season.