PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
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'End of the World' discovers Para ice hockey
In southernmost tip of Argentina, national able-bodied ice hockey team goaltender creates sticks and sledges to grow a new sport
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New initiative to bring more race officials to the circuit
Federation holds online session targeting better geographic and gender representation
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The IPC seek 2021 General Assembly host
In addition to the elections for the roles of IPC President, Vice President and 10 Board Members, a series of other activities will also take place in the chosen host city ahead of the 2021 General Assembly.
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Hear my voice: Amy Marren talks limb difference and #NotAWitch
Paralympic swimming medallist talks about WarnerBros’ latest movie ‘The Witches’ negative portrayal of limb deficiencies
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Peter Pal Kiss feels lucky to have found Para sport
Hungarian Para canoeist not only overcomes water phobia, but also slow battle of acceptance
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UTS World Virtual Youth Festival finalists revealed
Expert panel of judges votes on who advances in the U12 and U18 categories of the IPC 'Inclusive Sports' Challenge
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World Para Powerlifting joins new Kit Us Out campaign
#ItStarsWithKit shares stories about how a piece of kit helped athletes and invites donations to equip those impacted by the pandemic
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IPC provides global reference on accessibility
Recently revised Accessibility Guide offers design guidelines and best practices in making an inclusive Games
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Anton Zappelli tees up for Tokyo 2020 glory
'I’m right into the precision of shooting and I like that the most. It’s a mental game. Once you master the process, then it’s all in your mind and golf is the same'
![400 Athletes. 3 Sports. 1 Competition! | 2021 World Para Snow Sports Champs | Paralympic Games](/sites/default/files/styles/video_crop_16_9/public/oembed_thumbnails/NR-8aeLTw83wqdbfdBLH6yTfHmS-vdgdRwByG5w6zQ0.jpg?itok=DY6q_Kxu)
Lillehammer 2021: Who to watch out for!
Top storylines and athletes likely to shine at the World Para Snow Sports Championships in a 100 days' time
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Online World Cup Finals: One more spot to go!
World Para Powerlifting announces eight finalists and gives fans the chance to vote for the athlete who will join them on 17 November*
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#NotAWitch calls out movie for portrayal of disability
The film, which stars Anne Hathaway, associates physical impairment with witches
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Have your say on the future of your sport!
World Para Sports launches a survey to stakeholders as part of the strategic planning process for athletics, Para dance, powerlifting, swimming and shooting
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L'Hospitalet Meeting brings the best out of Barrio
London 2017 Worlds medallist returns to action with new personal best at Spain's most traditional Para athletics meeting
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Board of Appeal of Classification adds two new members
Jennifer Oghenewaire from Nigeria and Felipe Cárdenas from Colombia join panel of members
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Daniel Dias excited to create more ripples in pool
The Brazilian Para swimmer has 24 Paralympic medals from three Games, 33 ParaPan American titles and 40 World Championship medals.
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Skarstein: 'Sometimes it felt like it was us against the world'
Para rowing and Para Nordic star proves critics wrong with history-making run on Norwegian dance show
Tokyo 2020 announces updated ticket process for postponed Games
Tokyo 2020 will accept refund requests for Paralympic Games tickets between 1-21 December 2020
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Para marathon athlete suspended for anti-doping rule violation
Athlete returned an adverse analytical finding at the 2019 Berlin Marathon
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Tokyo 2020 boccia venue awarded for sustainability
Ariake Gymnastics Centre's wooden structure and aesthetic design displays traditional Japanese craftsmanship while remaining environmentally friendly