PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
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Helena Kasicka delivers Slovakian surprise
Multi-world and European champion wins with comeback dance
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Odivelas 2018: Judo Worlds to be shown live
Up to 300 judoka from more than 30 countries to compete in November
Lasko-Celje 2018: Tables set for Worlds
Hundreds ready to rally for 21 gold medals
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Lasko-Celje 2018: Tough transition for Asian athletes
Indonesia 2018 champions now turn focus to Worlds
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Indonesia 2018: Six memorable moments
We look back on some of the highlights of the Asian Para Games
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IPC Statement: Death of Patrick Baumann
IOC Member and FIBA Secretary General passed away in Buenos Aires
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Jessica Ferreira stuns in Sarasota World Cup
Course change to duathlon no issue in Brazilian’s first international win
![female Para swimmer Sophie Pascoe holds up a gold medal by the pool](/sites/default/files/images/180711091355505_Sophie-Pascoe-medal.jpg)
New Zealand boosts Paralympian support
Para athletes to receive same grants as Olympians
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Female blind footballers invited to Japan
Tokyo and Saitama to host international training camp
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Cristian Ribera’s success inspires Brazil
Para rollerski competition aims to attract new winter athletes