PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
The inspirational life of Luis Herazo
In the latest video in the road to Rio 2016 film series, Colombian athlete says his sporting performances have helped change people’s perceptions.
CAD 40,000 donation to impact Canada’s Para athletes
Intelliware Development donated CAD 40,000 to Paralympic Foundation of Canada to support Para athletes’ performances on their road to the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games.
Dates announced for 2017 swimming, powerlifting Worlds
More than 900 athletes from 65 countries are expected for a nine-day long festival of Para sport in Mexico City.
Sport Week: History of shooting Para sport
In 30 years the programme has evolved rapidly and produced some of Para sports most recognisable faces.
Sport Week: Foth to lead biggest US shooting team at Rio 2016
Coach Bob Foth, an Olympic silver medallist, will lead the largest US shooting team in history to September’s Paralympic Games.
My best and worst moments with the Netherlands’ Marlou van Rhijn
The Dutch T43 sprinter shares the experiences of her career so far.
Goalball Rio 2016 schedule released
The final goalball schedule for September´s Paralympic Games has been published.
Mexico’s 10 athletes to look out for at Rio 2016
Check out 10 athletes that will headline Mexico’s delegation.
Singles to be contested at Wimbledon for first time
Top seeds Stephane Houdet and Jiske Griffionen face tough draws, but still aim to win inaugural Wimbledon singles titles.
Zijderveld targets first Paralympic medal
The Dutch swimming world champion seeks to win gold in the 100m breaststroke at September’s Paralympic Games.