PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
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Throwback Thursdays: Mexico´s Dora Garcia
The Mexican track and field athlete recalls her Paralympic performance at Arnhem 1980, where she sealed gold in the women´s 4x60m 2-5.
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Inspection of PyeongChang 2018 Nordic venue concludes
The Race Director for the Paralympic Winter Games visited the Alpensia Biathlon Centre ahead of March’s Test Event.
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Norway’s Ulset heads to Worlds in prime form
The Para Nordic skier is looking to build on a strong start to the season in order to claim medals at the 2017 World Championships in Finsterau, Germany.
Three reasons why Andrea Eskau loves skiing
Germany´s Nordic skiing Paralympic champion is hoping to top the podium at her home World Championships in Finsterau, from 10-19 February.
Invitation for the 2017 World Rowing Indoor Sprints
The second edition of this competition will be held from 10-12 March and will include Para rowing events for men and women.
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What’s in my Kitbag? The USA’s David Blair
The Paralympic champion and world record holder in discus F44 reveals a surprise in his kitbag.
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Rio 2016, a stepping stone for Pinto and Brazil
The sitting volleyball player aims to build on the momentum gained from his country´s performances at Latin America’s first Paralympic Games.
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Wang Zhoubin to retire after 2017 ASEAN Para Games
The Chinese football 5-a-side Paralympic silver medalist said he plans to conclude his career by the end of the year.
Kampschreur receives Allianz Athlete of the Month for January
The 17-year-old Dutch sit skier won three world titles on his World Championships debut in Tarvisio, Italy.
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Registration open for 2017 Paralympic Schools Week
The event, organised by the Canadian Paralympic Committee, promotes a healthy, active lifestyle for all Canadians through Para sports.