PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
Sarah Storey: London Nocturne and Capernwray Women’s Road Race
Some people may have thought it wasn't possible for the women to ride the London Nocturne on Saturday evening and the Capernwray Road Race on Sunday morning because of the 250-mile transfer between the two events. Great Britain’s Sarah Storey has certainly proved them wrong, coming an impressive 10th in the Nocturne and then taking the victory at Capernwray.
Australia’s Para-Cycling Team Named
The Australian Paralympic Committee announced its 15-strong Para-Cycling squad for London 2012 on Tuesday (12 June).
Wheelchair Basketball: 12 Facts for London 2012
Here’s a list of 12 interesting things you should know about Wheelchair Basketball at the London 2012 Paralympic Games.
London 2012 Goalball Schedule Announced
LOCOG revealed the London 2012 Goalball schedule for this year's Paralympic Games.
Germany’s Women Rolling into London
With two big tournament wins under their belt in May, Germany’s women’s Wheelchair Basketball team have the ball in their corner heading into the Paralympics.
Mile Stojkoski: Nearing International Paralympic Committee Headquarters
Mile Stojkoski from the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia is travelling over 5,000km to London in a wheelchair to raise awareness about issues facing people with a disability. Each week, his Project Manager, Vladimir Pandovski, updates paralympic.org on their progress.
Evan O'Hanlon: Keep Your Eyes on Ireland's Smyth
Australian Paralympic sprinter Evan O’Hanlon explains why Irish visually impaired athlete Jason Smyth and others should not be overlooked.
Houdet and Vergeer Wrap Up Roland Garros Titles
Frenchman Stephane Houdet and Dutchwoman Esther Vergeer won the singles competition at Roland Garros on Friday after a couple of thrilling matches.
Wheelchair Basketball Continental Clash to Begin
Men’s Wheelchair Basketball teams from Canada, Great Britain and Spain head to Worcester for a three-team tournament prior to London 2012.
Catching Up With Marjolein Buis
Despite a quarter-final singles exit at this week’s Roland Garros, Dutch Wheelchair Tennis player Marjolein Buis won the doubles event and is not one to be overlooked come London 2012.
Wheelchair Tennis to Have First Paralympic-Only Venue
With its central location and first-class modern facilities, Eton Manor will offer some great facilities for the Wheelchair Tennis venue.
London Quads Singles to be Competitive Event
Israel’s Noam Gershony, a former combat helicopter pilot, is ranked No. 3 in the world in the quad singles division. He aims to challenge established players for gold at London 2012.
Wheelchair Tennis to Have First Paralympic-Only Venue
With its central location and first-class modern facilities, Eton Manor will offer some great facilities for the Wheelchair Tennis venue.
Australia Names Paralympic Athletics Team
Kurt Fearnley, Evan O’Hanlon and Kelly Cartwright headline a 43-strong Australian Athletics delegation for London 2012.
Vergeer Receives 12th World Champions Award
With over 440 consecutive singles wins under her belt, Dutch Wheelchair Tennis player Esther Vergeer is riding the wave of success all the way to London 2012.
Esther Vergeer: Wheelchair Tennis Gaining Popularity
Dutchwoman Esther Vergeer, the world’s most well-known Wheelchair Tennis player, talks about how Paralympic Sport is entering the spotlight.
Players Go for Double Dutch Win at French Open
With the Dutch team especially strong this year, Maikel Scheffers and Esther Vergeer may be able to take home both singles titles for the Netherlands.