PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

Brazil's Petrucio Ferreira on his way to smashing the 200m T47 world record at London 2017.

The Brazilian sprints 21.21 to take 0.28 off his previous world record with stunning run.

Germany's Irmgard Bensusan and the Netherlands' Fleur Jong compete in the heats of the women's 200m T44 at London 2017.

Medallists speak after Saturday morning session at World Para Athletics Championships.

a para swimmer celebrates in the pool

Team win two golds, five silvers and 10 bronze at Rio 2016.

An athlete poses with the Australia flag after winning gold

The Australian F38 athlete added 58 cm to the world record to claim the world title.

An athlete celebrates winning gold

Medallists speak after Saturday evening session at World Para Athletics Championships.

A group of female athletes celebrate with a trophy

Worlds and Regional Championships from 2018-2021 up for grabs.

The official logo for World Para Swimming

National Paralympic Committees invited to nominate candidates for first Athletes Advisory Group.

a para archer celebrates with her gold medal

Double Paralympic champion excited to be competing on home soil at Para archery Worlds.

two para athletes celebrate with their gold medals on the podium

Cristian Valenzuela and Naomi Soazo make Latin American history.

Great Britain's Kadeena Cox  celebrates winning the women's 400m T38 at London 2017.

Medallists from Friday evening's World Para Athletics Championships session.