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4-7 September

PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

Ihar Boki of Belarus competing at Rio 2016

A selection of the best performances and athletes from the Paralympic Games.

A general view during a Boccia training session at the Olympic Carioca Arena 2 ahead of the 2016 Paralympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. (Photo by Friedemann Vogel/Getty Images)

The boccia community is being invited to feedback on several proposed changes to the rules of the game.

World Anti Doping Agency's Logo.

The World Anti-Doping Agency Executive Committee discussed the 2017 Prohibited List and research projects.

Powerlifting | Siamand RAHMAN wins Gold and WR | Men's +107kg | Rio 2016 Paralympic Games HD

More than 200 world records were set at the Paralympic Games, and athletes claimed several most decorated crowns.

Team New Zealand - Rio 2016

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.

Powerlifting | ORJI Josephine breaks the world record | Women’s +86kg | Rio 2016 Paralympic Games

World records were broken in 12 of the 20 weight categories, but which were the most impressive of the bunch?

A sit skier rounds a bend in the course in the stadium in Sochi, pushing forward at speed.

The German biathlete and cross-country skier is gearing up to create more moments at his home World Championships this February.

Team Netherlands - Rio 2016

The flight carrying the team was accompanied by two F16 fighter planes from the Dutch air force - Koninklijke Luchtmacht.

Aurelie Rivard - 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

From Japan’s surprise medal to possibly the greatest game of all time, Rio 2016 took the sport to new heights.

World Anti Doping Agency's Logo.

Consensus was reached on a number of points and more Think Tanks will be held in 2017.

A collage of pictures of the 10 personalities who left a 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

A swimmer is delighted with his victory.

Starting Thursday (22 September), fans can congratulate their favourite athletes at various locations around the country.

Powerlifting | Siamand RAHMAN wins Gold and WR | Men's +107kg | Rio 2016 Paralympic Games HD

Ten of the top performances and memories delivered by athletes across the Para sport spectrum.

A group of athletes is welcomed by sports dignitaries

The 27-strong team brought home nine medals and were greeted at Vienna International Airport.

Hannah Cockroft of Great Britain competes in the Women's 800m - T34

The IPC and Channel 4 sign letter of intent to cover the next two Paralympic Games and the London 2017 Para Athletics World Championships.

The Paralympic flag will join the Olympic flag on a tour of Tokyo

The flag joins the Olympic flag and will go on a tour of Tokyo.

Group of men in wheelchairs celebrate after winning gold.

Fans have the chance to vote for their favourite female, male and team from the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games.

An athletes shows a young girl how to use a racing wheelchair

Tatyana McFadden donated a racing wheelchair to a school as an ambassador for the race and Para sport in the US.

Hannah Cockroft of Great Britain competes in the Women's 800m - T34

Organisers announce two special edition ticket prices to next summer’s World ParaAthletics Championships London 2017.