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Russia could miss PyeongChang 2018 if criteria not met by September, IPC warns
IPC Governing Board pleased by the RPC’s progress made toward meeting its reinstatement obligations but upholds the RPC’s membership suspension

Chair of the IPC Taskforce provides Russian Paralympic Committee (RPC) update
Speech by Andy Parkinson on the progress the RPC is making in meeting its reinstatement criteria.

IPC Athletes’ Council statement on continued suspension of Russian Paralympic Committee (RPC)
The RPC was originally suspended on 7 August 2016.

IPC President’s speech regarding the ongoing suspension of Russian Paralympic Committee
Sir Philip Craven was speaking at a press conference in London on Monday (22 May).

German, Dutch cyclists secure five wins in Ostend
The second UCI Para cycling Road World Cup of the year took place in the Belgian city from 18-21 May.

Martina Barbierato: Three things you did not know about me
Italy’s Rio 2016 powerlifting Paralympian shares three unknown facts about her.

Holiday hotspot with Great Britain’s Jo Butterfield
The Paralympic champion found time to relax after Rio 2016.

McKenzie Coan: Three most vivid swimming memories
The USA’s three-time Rio 2016 gold medallist recalls some unforgettable moments in the pool.

Unique medal design revealed for London 2017
“What makes an athlete tick?” is the question at the heart of clockwork design for the World Para Athletics Championships medals.

Para sport explained: Travelling for wheelchair sports
An inside look at how wheelchair sport athletes travel as a team.

My toughest opponent – Marlou van Rhjin
As the countdown to London 2017 continues, top Para athletes talk about their biggest rivals
Top boccia athletes take on BISFed Asia-Oceania Champs
After dominating at Rio 2016, returning medallists from Asian nations will compete in Hong Kong.

WADA Foundation Board take decisive action for clean sport
Board approves development of graded sanctioning framework for non-compliance by Code Signatories.
Barcelona 1992 celebrates its 25th anniversary
The IPC Governing Board attended a ceremony at the Barcelona City Hall, where an adapted version of the 1992 Paralympic emblem was presented.

IWBF supports FIBA’s new rule on headgear
FIBA ratified a rule that will allow players to wear headgear.

Robinson, Malone inspire young Para athletes
The two New Zealand Paralympians met with aspiring athletes at a talent identification camp.

Brazil, Colombia and Cuba act as mentors for Latin America
They have offered financial and/or human support to neighbouring countries over the last decade to help them develop Para sports.

Martina Barbierato eyes 2017 World Championships
Italy’s first powerlifting Paralympian aims to achieve a personal best in Mexico City.

Peru to host first ever goalball event
The Peruvian capital city of Lima will stage the competition between 20-21 May, with Colombia, Ecuador and the hosts competing.

Beijing Grand Prix – Five things we learned
Find out the top headlines from the sixth World Para Athletics Grand Prix of 2017.