PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
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Dublin 2018: Hannah Russell’s home from home
British swimmer will have Irish family support at Europeans
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Liverpool 2018: World’s best set for boccia battle
Sport’s biggest competition outside Paralympic Games
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Liverpool 2018: Six boccia storylines
Worlds medal contenders and athletes who could surprise
![male powerlifter Roland Ezuruike](/sites/default/files/images/180808104054063_Roland-Ezuruike.jpg)
Africa ensures continued powerlifting development
Educational courses take place ahead of African Championships
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Sydney 2018: Joy for Japan
Wheelchair rugby has a new world champion
![female Para swimmer Aurelie Rivard takes her swimming cap off and celebrates in the pool after winning a race](/sites/default/files/images/180810113751520_Aurelie-Rivard-win.jpg)
Para Pan Pacs 2018: Double delight for Aurelie Rivard
USA and hosts Australia also celebrate on day two
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Dublin 2018: Record number of classifications
More than 100 Para swimmers assessed ahead of Euros
![male wheelchair racers Henry Manni and Ben Rowlings](/sites/default/files/images/180810132832093_Henry-manni-ben-rowlings.jpg)
Berlin 2018: Henry Manni vs. Ben Rowlings
Who will come out on top in men’s T34 division at Euros?
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Hamburg 2018: Seven storylines to follow
Wheelchair basketball Worlds debuts, rivalries and powerhouses
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Dublin 2018: Israel Oliver optimistic for Euros
Paralympic champion back in the pool after injury recovery