PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

Female wheelchair racer

The 20-year-old Finnish wheelchair athlete is aiming to win her first world title at Doha 2015.

Man on a bike, cycling on a track

The Irish para-cyclist dedicated much to break the track cycling world record, only for a punctured tyre to destroy his chance.

Logo Swiss Paralympic Committee

The Swiss company will provide racing suits to the Swiss Paralympic ski team.

Three men in wheelchairs, having their hand on their chest

Following a dominant performance at the IPC Shooting World Cup in September, the team look primed to be the ones to beat at Rio 2016.

A skyline with many skyscrapers in the background. Red flowers and water in the front.

Ahead of the IPC Athletics World Championships, a number of journalists and coaches give their view on which will be the most competitive event.

Man in red jersey throwing a discus

Trinidad and Tobago’s athlete targets gold in both the men’s discus and javelin throws at the IPC Athletics World Championships.

My Incredible Story by Thuraya al Zaabi (English)

Thuraya Al Zaabi reflects on how para-athletics changed her life and looks ahead to the Doha 2015 IPC Athletics World Championships.

Two men holding a banner in front of a modern skyline

Ahead of the IPC Athletics World Championships, a number of journalists and coaches have been giving their predictions for some key races.

A spectacular view of with Christ the Redeemer and Sugar Loaf in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) has announced a new partnership with Jet Set Sports dedicated to growing spectator attendance at the Paralympic Games.

Table tennis player in action

The first day of group, team stages of the para-table tennis Europeans wrapped up.