PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
Victory Hug: Marcel clinches marathon gold in Rio sun
Swiss ‘Silver Bullet’ in sprint finish to claim first Paralympic title but Tatyana McFadden narrowly misses out on fifth gold of Games.
Iran seize back Paralympic title on day of high emotion
Victory in men’s sitting volleyball final sees Iran come out on top in fifth successive gold-medal battle with Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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Aussie delight at triumph in epic rugby final
Rio 2016 final will go down in history books as Australians retain their title with 59-58 victory in double overtime.
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IPC President’s speech at Closing Ceremony of Rio Games
Sir Philip Craven, President of the International Paralympic Committee, addressed the Closing Ceremony of the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games on Sunday (18 September).
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Independent Paralympic Athlete team makes history in Rio thanks to the support of Allianz SE
“I have been dreaming of this for 22 years. I thought my dream had gone when I lost my leg but now it is back for real.” Ibrahim Al Hussein, refugee.
Obrigado Brazil! People to receive highest honour
IPC President praises Cariocas as Rio Games culminate in Closing Ceremony celebrating sounds and colours of host nation.
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Athletics: Marathon preview
Copacabana will provide the spectacular backdrop for five races over the marathon distance to complete the Para athletics programme in Rio.
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The people have their say on the ‘People’s Games’
Brazilians lit up the Maracana again on Sunday – and they agreed the Paralympics would leave a lasting impression on their nation.
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Wheelchair rugby: Day five preview
Australia and the USA will go into battle for the Paralympic title on the final day of competition at Rio 2016.
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USA golden in sitting volleyball final against China!
China’s unbeaten run at the Paralympic Games comes to an end while there are also celebrations for Brazil.