PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

Pepo Puch (AUT) was overjoyed by his win in the grade Ib individual competition

Austria’s Pepo Puch and Great Britain’s Sophie Wells are crowned Paralympic champions in the grades IV and Ib individual tests.

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Welcome to our live updates from the pick of the action across the venues. Keep checking back for the latest developments.

Wheelchair Fencing | VIO v YAO | Women’s Individual Foil Cat B 1/2F | Rio 2016 Paralympic Games

Italy’s Bebe Vio adds Paralympic gold to her world and European titles. “It was like everybody was inside my mask with me,” she said.

a man smiles on a horse

Chance to put London behind them for Pearson and Wells – but pair face tough competition from rivals Puch and George.

Natalia Partyka competing in Rio de Janeiro

The Polish star overcame the challenge of longtime rival Yang Qian to secure victory.

Powerlifting | Siamand RAHMAN wins Gold and WR | Men's +107kg | Rio 2016 Paralympic Games HD

The world’s strongest Paralympian lifted an unprecedented 310kg to claim the coveted gold medal in the men’s over 107kg.

Canada’s Zak Madell competes at the Toronto 2015 Parapan American Games.

Heavyweights Australia and Great Britain clash on the opening day and hosts Brazil are hoping to land a giant upset against Canada.

Agitos

Jorge Lencina failed an out-of-competition test in Rio on 8 September and has been provisionally suspended.

Great Britain Sonar team - Rio 2016

Experienced crew recover to fifth in Sonar contest but Australians still well out in front as Paralympic competition continues.

Day 5 morning | Powerlifting highlights | Rio 2016 Paralympic Games

Can Siamand Rahman clear the bar at 300kg and cap a record-breaking week of powerlifting at Rio 2016?