Great Britain aiming to continue their dominance with USA and Australia looking to take home medals.
Stoke Mandeville hosts the start of flame’s journey to Olympic Stadium
The London 2012 Paralympic Flame was created at Stoke Mandeville Stadium with a legendary lineup that included IPC President Sir Philip Craven.
Rights Holding Broadcasters include America, Zealand, Malaysia, Singapore, Ireland and Iran.
Great Britain
The Five Paralympians of the Torch Relay competed in one of the first four Paralympic Games.
Wheelchair Basketball
With a lot of up-and-coming talent, several teams will look to knock off defending Paralympic champions Australia on the men’s side and USA on the women’s side.
Shooting
New Zealand’s first shooting world champion was announced at the Team’s official Welcome Ceremony, held at New Zealand House.
Athletics
Five-time Paralympian is voted by his teammates to have the honour of carrying the stars and stripes in the athletes procession.
Canada
Wheelchair rugby veteran Garrett Hickling and boccia player Marco Dispaltro are eager to excite the crowds in the British capital.
Shooting
The first medal at London 2012 will awarded in shooting with Republic of Korea, Sweden and Great Britain expected to feature strongly throughout the eight days of competition.