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David Phillipson during the Sprint and Paracanoe world championships media day at Holme Pierrepont National Water Sports Centre, United Kingdom. [David Phillipson during the Sprint and Paracanoe world championships media day at Holme Pierrepont National Water Sports Centre, United Kingdom.]

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Ellie Simmonds

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Prince Harry

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Janet Ellis

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Paralympic Games boycott into double figures as UK join growing Russia protest

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British government BOYCOTT Winter Paralympics ceremonies in protest over Russia return

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Oscar Pistorius' return to sport, new girlfriend and changed appearance

Oscar Pistorius

Foreign Office travel insurance warning to anyone going to Italy in early 2026

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The Paralympic Games are a multi-sport event for athletes with physical disabilities, including mobility disabilities, amputations, blindness, and cerebral palsy, among others. The Paralympics are held parallel to the Olympic Games and are governed by the International Paralympic Committee (IPC). The aim of the Paralympic Games is to provide athletes with disabilities a platform to compete at the highest level of their respective sports, promoting inclusivity, equality, and empowerment.

The Paralympic Games feature a wide range of sports, including athletics, swimming, wheelchair basketball, wheelchair rugby, wheelchair tennis, sitting volleyball, and many others. These sports are adapted to accommodate the abilities of athletes with disabilities, ensuring fair and competitive participation.

UPDATED 19:09, 13 Aug 2026

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