RIO 2016 PARALYMPICS NEWS
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Prize for most spectacular home coming goes to Dutch
The flight carrying the team was accompanied by two F16 fighter planes from the Dutch air force - Koninklijke Luchtmacht.
![Powerlifting | Siamand RAHMAN wins Gold and WR | Men's +107kg | Rio 2016 Paralympic Games HD](/sites/default/files/styles/video_crop_16_9/public/oembed_thumbnails/GyiSIR21-7CHY55H8nOySa9dTZh6CUwW0nEyBbaB7Fo.jpg?itok=g0AlEN4w)
Rio 2016 record breakers
More than 200 world records were set at the Paralympic Games, and athletes claimed several most decorated crowns.
![Team New Zealand - Rio 2016](/sites/default/files/images/160923123430182_848600p4267EDNmainGettyImages-607562020.jpg)
What is the secret to New Zealand’s success?
Paralympics New Zealand Chief Executive Fiona Allan on how the country managed to maintain its place as the world No.1 for medals per capita.
![Aurelie Rivard - Rio 2016](/sites/default/files/images/160914010529314_GettyImages-604529110.jpg)
Say what? Top swimmer’s quotes from Rio 2016
From what it means to win gold to the people they dedicate their medals, athletes had some great responses to their performances in the pool.
![Day 10 evening | Wheelchair Rugby highlights | Rio 2016 Paralympic Games](/sites/default/files/styles/video_crop_16_9/public/oembed_thumbnails/23CiXPWDloizEajSiTe7h23LHPUe3c_4pwXrSCYNSFs.jpg?itok=AUq5xB6w)
Five things we learned from wheelchair rugby
From Japan’s surprise medal to possibly the greatest game of all time, Rio 2016 took the sport to new heights.
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10 personalities who left their mark on the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games
From the ‘Backfavela Boys’ to the shark attack victim who now protects the giant predators, Rio 2016 was packed with great characters
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Canada to welcome home athletes
Starting Thursday (22 September), fans can congratulate their favourite athletes at various locations around the country.
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Unforgettable moments of Rio 2016
Ten of the top performances and memories delivered by athletes across the Para sport spectrum.
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Austrian team welcomed home by Sports Minister
The 27-strong team brought home nine medals and were greeted at Vienna International Airport.
![Group of men in wheelchairs celebrate after winning gold.](/sites/default/files/images/160918010323170_GettyImages-607358192.jpg)
Finalists for Team USA Awards announced
Fans have the chance to vote for their favourite female, male and team from the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games.
![Silver medalist Alfie Hewett and gold medalist Gordon Reid at Rio 2016](/sites/default/files/images/160917133456288_GettyImages-606518278.jpg)
Five things we learned about wheelchair tennis at Rio 2016
Eight days of superb competition in Rio saw new Paralympic champions emerge.
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Afghani field athlete suspended for four years for Anti-Doping Violation
Mohammad Naiem Durani tested positive for anabolic steroids in an out-of-competition test ahead of his event at the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games.
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#FilltheSeats online campaign helps create historic atmosphere at the Paralympics
Allianz spurs on the campaign that sees thousands of Brazilian children enjoy the Paralympics.
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USA golden in sitting volleyball final against China!
China’s unbeaten run at the Paralympic Games comes to an end while there are also celebrations for Brazil.
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Awards given for the Samsung Paralympic Bloggers project
Spain’s Teresa Perales, Brazil’s Natalia Mayara and Terezinha Guilhermina were the winners.
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Wheelchair tennis – The best quotes
Dylan Alcott, Gordon Reid, Andy Lapthorne, Aniek van Koot and Kgothatso Montjane share their reactions from a thrilling competition.