PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
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Tokyo 2020: Details of Flame Festivals unveiled
Nationwide Flame Festivals to take place during Paralympic Torch Relay
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IPC to open first Paralympic Museum in Tokyo
‘It is vital that we chart the history of just how far the Paralympic Movement has come in a relatively short space of time’
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I’mPOSSIBLE Award call for nominations launched
National Paralympic Committees are invited to nominate schools and Paralympians for the award
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Vote for January’s Allianz Athlete of the Month
Star-studded shortlist features new names to kick off 2020’s voting
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ANA becomes Supporting Partner of Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Torch Relay
'ANA has always served as an ambassador for Japanese hospitality and culture'
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IPC: “Encouraged and confident” after latest Tokyo 2020 Project Review
'We have been greatly impressed by the progress made by Tokyo 2020 in many areas since our last meeting in December'
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US ace Shawn Morelli keen to emulate Rio glory at Tokyo 2020
A war injury seriously compromised her health in 2007; 13 years later, she seeks to defend two Paralympic golds at Tokyo 2020.
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Juan Carlos Ortiz Cardenas suspended for anti-doping violation
Colombian powerlifter suspended for four years
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‘Forced friendship’ leads to milestone moment for Marcoux
Canadian VI skier celebrates 50th World Cup podium with help of guide Tristan Rodgers
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Nigeria to stage women’s blind football Worlds
First edition of the competition set to take place in November