PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
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Czech Republic overcome Japan, take Four Nations crown
The hosts triumphed 1-0 over Japan just weeks before they depart for the World Championships B-Pool.
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Para sport in review: October 2016
Check out what went on in the Paralympic Movement during October.
Rebecca Meyers reflects on Rio 2016 performance
The US swimmer won three golds and one silver at Latin America’s first Paralympic Games.
French unveil snow sports teams
The 2016-17 season in alpine skiing, snowboard and Nordic skiing will feature three World Championships.
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Kosice 2016: Kasicka, Vidasic take eluded Latin gold
With a mix of Latin dances to light up the final day, the Slovakian was able to stand out the most.
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Brasil reviews his performance at Rio 2016
The Brazilian swimmer says competing in front of his home crowd was a “unique experience” but still regrets not winning a gold medal.
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McKenna Dahl: My best moments of Rio 2016
Surprise bronze medalist McKenna Dahl (USA) recalls a Paralympic debut she will never forget.
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Bunschoten: My best and worst moments
Dutch SB-LL2 rider reflects on Sochi 2014 and a devastating turn of events.
Nicole Roundy: My best and worst
As the US snowboarder prepares for the new season, Roundy reflects on her career so far as she prepares to improve on her double World Championships bronze.
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Uganda’s first Paralympic medallist seeks further glory
David Emong won silver in the men’s 1,500m T45/46 at Rio 2016 and, with the support of the Agitos Foundation, is already hoping to take another leap forward in Tokyo, Japan, in four-years-time.