PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
More than 60,000 people participate in 15th National Paralympic Day in Iran
The annual festival aims to boost the Paralympic Movement across the country
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Australia defeat USA to win 2022 Wheelchair Rugby World Championship
Australia defeated the United States to win the gold medal, while Japan earned bronze by beating host country Denmark
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Players embrace Denmark’s red-hot fans at Wheelchair Rugby Worlds
The home team advanced to the medal round for the first time at a World Championships and will face defending champions Japan in the bronze medal match on 16 October
![A stylised graphic announcing the induction of Sir George Bedbrook into the Sport Australia Hall of Fame.](/sites/default/files/styles/image_crop_16_9_800_450/public/2022-10/Sir%20George%20Bedbrook%20Australia%20Hall%20of%20Fame-2.png?itok=LabUXhi5)
Paralympic pioneer Bedbrook inducted into Sport Australia Hall of Fame
Pioneering orthopedic surgeon and rehabilitation specialist Sir George Bedbrook among nine new inductees of the Sport Australia Hall of Fame
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Call to athletes to engage with Classification Code review consultation
The review of the IPC Athlete Classification Code is now in the second round of consultation, which runs until 15 December 2022
Boccia TikTok star Morillas on turning likes into medals
Morillas received more than 370 comments praising him as an artist and inviting him for house stays around the world
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France become team to beat at 2022 Wheelchair Rugby World Championship
France and Japan finish at the top of their respective pools at the world championships in Vejle, Denmark, with quarterfinals to take place 14 October
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Al Ain 2022: Narwal aims at first World title
India’s Tokyo 2020 gold medallist explains what makes shooting Para sport fascinating and unique
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Swimmer-turned-powerlifter Harding pays tribute to late father with breakout title
Great Britain's Matthew Harding won the European title in the men's up to 72kg a year after switching his focus from Para swimming
![A woman in business attire poses in front of a poster featuring a Para biathlon athlete in action.](/sites/default/files/styles/image_crop_16_9_800_450/public/2022-10/Diana%20Bianchedi%20Milano%20Cortina%20Adaptive%20Winter%20Sports.jpg?h=eb8d3bd4&itok=8ZdbnVRn)
Milano Cortina 2026 launches Adaptive Winter Sport project to promote Paralympics
First project of the Milano Cortina 2026 Education programme aims to promote sports practice and inclusion
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Top 5 tips to get started in Para canoe from teenage champion Kiss
Nineteen-year-old Paralympic gold medallist says the best way to improve in Para canoe is to find the right positioning for your seat and paddles, but also to absolutely love the sport
![Tijuana saw 23 podium events during four days of competition as Mexico hosted a Para Swimming World Series for the first time.](/sites/default/files/styles/image_crop_16_9_800_450/public/2022-10/Mexico%20hosted%20a%20Para%20Swimming%20World%20Series%20for%20the%20first%20time..jpeg?itok=lRmbPXnd)
Crispin, Vargas shine as World Series concludes in Mexico
Colombian duo clinches three victories each while host nation tops medals table with Australia and USA taking the other gold medals in Tijuana
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Thousands gather for Paralympic Day in centre of Paris
Sport demonstrations, star attendees, mass crowds and a dramatic long jump showcase had the French capital abuzz two years ahead of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games
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Wheelchair Rugby World Championship opens in Denmark
The World Championship, taking place from 10-16 October, features 12 teams, including defending champions Japan and Paralympic gold medallists Great Britain
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Scaroni, Hug triumph at Chicago Marathon
The 31-year-old from USA stuns nine-time champion McFadden for her first ever major title as Swiss legend sets a new course record in the men's race
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Paralympic Day host Jeremiasz sees value of historic celebration beyond Paris 2024
To be held on Saturday, 8 October, Paralympic Day will feature entertainment, motivational speeches, and opportunities for visitors to try out Para sports and meet more than 150 athletes
![Retired coach Massimo Da Rin has guided Italy the team to five Paralympic appearances, two top-five finishes at the World Championships, and a European title in 2011.](/sites/default/files/styles/image_crop_16_9_800_450/public/2022-10/Retired%20coach%20Massimo%20Da%20Rin%20has%20guided%20Italy%20the%20team%20to%20five%20Paralympic%20appearances%2C%20two%20top-five%20finishes%20at%20the%20World%20Championships%2C%20and%20a%20European%20title%20in%202011..jpg?h=56ed0618&itok=41xcYb3r)
Da Rin retires as Italy head coach, Babey takes over Norway
Mirko Bianchi to lead host nation at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Paralympics; Ken Babey leaves Canada following seven years in charge of national team
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Victoria 2026 Commonwealth Games to feature nine Para sports
Para swimming, Para athletics, 3x3 wheelchair basketball, Para track cycling, Para lawn bowls, Para powerlifting, shooting Para sport, Para table tennis and Para triathlon will be featured at Victoria 2026, with Para disciplines in golf, coastal rowing and road race cycling also vying for inclusion
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Squads announced for 2022 Wheelchair Rugby World Championship
12 of the 13 top ranked teams in the world are bringing a total of 139 players including most of the top names in the sport to Vejle, Denmark
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Mexico hosts World Series for first time at 2022 season finale
Centro de Alto Rendimiento in Tijuana welcomes nearly 230 athletes from 16 countries from Thursday to Sunday this week