Musicians across UK will perform their own unique renditions of Viva la Vida at the same time before the Paralympic Games Closing Ceremony.

Take a trip back into time as we approach the Paralympics, refreshing your memory on who are some of the best to have ever competed at the Paralympic Games.

Cyclist Simon Richardson will light the Paralympic ceremonial cauldron outside City Hall in Cardiff on Monday.

Athletics

Here are five storylines many Paralympic fans may not be aware of but could steal the headlines once the London 2012 competition begins.

Ireland

In Ireland, Setanta Sports will air 73 hours of London 2012 coverage with a panel of Paralympians and Olympians.

Summer Sports

Here’s a quick list of the London 2012 Paralympic Games by the numbers, covering everything from athletes and venues live coverage and media figures.

Canada

There will be several channels throughout Canada televising the Paralympic Games, including CTV and TSN2.

Swimming

Maksym Veraksa will try to repeat as the fastest Paralympian in the pool, while 18-year-old Yevheniy Bohodayko could swim nine events.

Swimming

Here’s a list of 12 interesting things you should know about Swimming at the London 2012 Paralympic Games.

Wheelchair Tennis

Quads wheelchair tennis player Peter Norfolk will carry the flag for host nation Great Britain in the Opening Ceremony of London 2012.