PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
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South Korea show fine form in Prague
World Championships hosts top medals table at first international Para dance sport competition to take place in Czech Republic
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Japanese sports stars highlight Paralympic Torch Relay
The Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Torch Relay will be held from 12- 24 August 2021, during the transition period from the Olympic Games to the Paralympic Games
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World Series 2021 winners ready for Tokyo
For the first time seven different countries take the titles in the men's and women's overall athletes, high-support needs, juniors and NPC categories
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Joint Statement by IPC, Tokyo 2020 Organising Committee, TMG, and Government of Japan
In the event of any major changes in the infection situation, a further four-party meeting will be held immediately to address the issue
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Cutting-edge technology behind Para sports
From prosthetics to carbon fibre wheelchairs and assisted devices, technology for Para sports is advancing with new materials and improved designs
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Tokyo Paralympics preview: Para swimming day 6
A packed schedule awaits the athletes on day six at the Tokyo Aquatics Centre on 30 August with 15 gold medals to fight for
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How Ricardinho’s life has changed since Rio gold
Brazil’s goal-scoring captain feared a fan on motorbike was a mugger
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Tokyo Paralympics: Para athletics day 2 preview
Paralympic legends and newcomers take centre stage on 28 August at the National Olympic Stadium in the Japanese capital
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Colombia bank on new talent to swell medals tally at Tokyo
A record 69 athletes head to Tokyo, almost double the team of 39 at Rio 2016
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Tokyo Paralympics preview: Para swimming day 5
All you need to know to follow the action at the Tokyo Aquatics Centre on day five, 29 August at the Paralympic Games