PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

Japan holding its horses for Tokyo
The nation was set to medal at a Games for the first time ever thanks to development efforts
It was the coolest thing ever: Pioneer Peggy Martin
One of the first competitive snowboarders in the world, USA rider shares her passion about the sport that changed her life three decades ago

Third Online World Cup Series: All you need to know
Third edition of the competition runs until 21 June. You can also create your own team and join the Fantasy Team Game

You do not need to see but feel
Blind football player targets third Paralympic medal for Spain at Tokyo 2020

The day Michael Jordan lost in wheelchair basketball
‘The Last Dance’ documentary re-emerges photo of 16-year-old with the basketball legend

AlOmari suspended for anti-doping rule violation
Rio 2016 Paralympian suspended for a failure to submit to sample collection

New study explores the world’s new-found love of running
ASICS launches a series of initiatives aimed at helping the world run – both during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond

Revised Paralympic qualification dates
Entry lists will now be determined using the UNIQLO Wheelchair Tennis Tour rankings as of 7 June 2021

Top moments in Para taekwondo
With Para taekwondo set to star at the 2020 Paralympic Games for the first time, the sport already has a rich history.