A historic Memorandum of Understanding was signed by the IPC and IOC in 2000 providing the foundation of their future relationship.

Para Ice Hockey

A new-look website for www.ipc-icesledgehockey.org is also now live.

Rio 2016

The T11 sprinter says that the volunteers are crucial in ensuring that athletes can focus on their performance.

Sochi 2014

The Sochi 2014 Paralympic Winter Games surpassed all expectations.

Alpine Skiing

The investment of AUD 2.5million will go towards a new 40-bed facility at Howmans Gap Alpine Centre.

Swimming

Ahead of the 2014 Asian Para Games, India’s para-swimmer Sharath Gayakwad is currently the Asian No.1 in multiple events but his performance in Incheon will determine whether he carries on to Rio 2016.

Table Tennis

Winners in singles, Chinese duo Zhang Bian and Zhang Miao claim another gold on home soil.

Para Ice Hockey

The 13-strong team features 10 returning and three new players.

On 22 September 1989 the historic meeting took place in Dusseldorf that saw the formation of the IPC.

Brazil

The Brazilian Paralympic Committee has organised an event that will gather professionals from four different countries to participate in debates in Brazil’s largest scientific para-sports event from 5-7 November.