PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

Three men stand in a group

The Local Organising Committee are planning an exciting programme of events as well as looking to host a great competition in Tarvisio, Italy.

Clara Klug - Cable 2015

The German Nordic skier is preparing for her home World Championships in Finsterau from 10-19 February.

Ricardinho of Brazil and his team mates celebrate after scoring a goal in the men's football 5-a-side

Brazil might have extended their winning streak, but September´s Paralympic Games proved that the gap is closing in blind football.

Shaun Anderson - Rio 2016

South Africa’s lone archer talks about his amazing Paralympic debut experience that has him aiming for Tokyo 2020.

Diede De Groot of the Netherlands playing against Yui Kamiji JPN in the Women's Singles Bronze Medal Match. Wheelchair Tennis at the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games.

The Rio 2016 Paralympic Games might be over, but Para sport continues – check out which events will headline this month.

Gold medalist Zeljko Dimitrijevic of Serbia  poses on the podium at the medal ceremony for Men's Club Throw - F51

Citizens in Belgrade warmly greeted their Paralympians, who brought home nine medals from Rio.

Mohamed Lahna MAR (left) and Stephane Bahier FRA are aided out of the water during the Men's PT2 Triathlon competition at Fort Copacabana.

The ITU is opening the process for hosts following the sport’s successful Paralympic debut at Rio 2016.

Pedro Rangel - Rio 2016

Whilst he prepares to cross the English Channel swimming, Mexico's Rio 2016 bronze medallist targets further success.

Close up of a wheelchair racer with a red racing suit and a silver helmet.

The Games may be over but here are five thoughts from the Olympic Stadium to keep us entertained during the off-season.

World Anti Doping Agency's Logo.

The List names which substances are banned both in-and-out-of-competition