PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

Russia football

Romanov’s goal proves enough for Russians to edge out Ukraine, while Iran take bronze.

Noam Gershony

Upon winning the men’s quad singles title, Israel’s Noam Gershony gave his country its first wheelchair tennis gold.

Bradley Snyder

US Navy hero Bradley Snyder, who lost his vision one year ago today (7 September), has already won Paralympic gold in London.

David Weir

David Weir’s London 2012 campaign finished with a wheelchair marathon gold, while Shirley Reilly sped to the top on the women’s side.

Evan O'Hanlon

Evan O'Hanlon, who won two golds at London 2012, would not change his disability for the world.

Coldplay

World stars joined by athletes for stunning Closing Ceremony.

Closing ceremony

Most successful Paralympic Games ever promises to leave lasting legacy.

Sir Philip Craven

International Paralympic Committee President closes London 2012 by paying tribute to athletes.

Kurt Fearnley

Three men's events and one women's event close the last day of athletics competition in the London 2012 Paralympic Games.

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Canada fended off favourites USA and Australia defeated Japan to advance to the wheelchair rugby finals.