PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

Nigel Murray

Boccia provides a true test of an athlete’s technique, nerve, and ability to perform under pressure

Ottobock in London

Open from 30 August to 9 September, the exhibition is designed to raise awareness of the Paralympic sport and competing athletes during the London 2012 Paralympic Games.

A picture of a woman swimming

South African swimmer claims 11th gold medal on memorable day

Lee Pearson

Briton’s bid for more gold medals makes promising start.

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Ukraine will try to claim a third consecutive gold medal in London but they will be aware of other teams that could take their Paralympic title.

A picture in a wheelchair celebrating a victory

For the United Nations, the efforts of the Paralympics are of huge importance in promoting the inclusion and acceptance of diversity.

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Tom Aggar heads the field going for glory at Eton Dorney.

Nazmiye Muslu

Yakubu Adesokan and Nazmiye Muslu set new world records

Goalball

Prince William watches as Lithuania romp to 11-1 win.

Beijing 2008

The Paralympics do not come around every day, so be sure to take it all in says USA's Kendra Lancaster.