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New facilities to carry on Tokyo Paralympics legacy

Japanese athletes came away from the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics with a near-record number of medals, providing the momentum to establish a better training environment for para-athletes that will serve as a legacy of the Games.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 26, 2022

Heard my Ukrainian coach's family cry, I am worried, says Paralympic medallist Sharad Kumar

NEW DELHI: Paralympics bronze-medallist Sharad Kumar is closely tracking the Russian military operation in Ukraine as he is worried about the safety of his coach Nikitin Yevhen and distressed after being told that the area next to an apartment that was his home during a lengthy training stint there has…

The Times of India · Feb 24, 2022

Ukrainian Soccer League Suspended, Paralympics in Talks

The Ukrainian Premier League suspended operations as Russia attacked Ukraine on Thursday. In a brief statement, the league said the suspension was due to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's decision to impose martial law.

Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 24, 2022

How will China handle the dual threats of COVID and political protests at the Winter Olympics?

The Beijing Winter Olympics and Paralympics start on Friday – the first time in history the same city has hosted both the summer and winter games.

The Conversation · Feb 1, 2022

As One of the Most Diverse Paralympians to Compete, Alana Nichols Is Advocating for More

She made history as the first woman to win gold at both the Winter and Summer Games. Now, she wants to see the Paralympics grow even more for women.

Sports Illustrated · Feb 1, 2022

Padma Shri will inspire me to strive harder for Asian Games, says Pramod Bhagat

MADRID (Spain): Tokyo Paralympics gold medalist Pramod Bhagat has said the Padma Shri award will inspire him to thrive harder and put in extra efforts in training for Asian Games.

The Times of India · Jan 26, 2022

Jhajharia, Lekhara will strive to inspire specially abled

JAIPUR: It was never about disability, but about intent. Intent to achieve big. For both the para athletes from Rajasthan, javelin thrower Devendra Jhajharia and shooter Avani Lekhara, their dreams came true when they dominated the stage last year at the Tokyo Paralympics. And on Tuesday, winning Padma awards for…

The Times of India · Jan 26, 2022

Padma Bhushan for Para great Jhajharia

NEW DELHI: Paralympics icon Devendra Jhajharia has added another feather to his illustrious cap after becoming the first para-athlete from the country to have been awarded the prestigious Padma Bhushan, the third-highest civilian honour in the country. Tokyo Olympics gold medalist javelin thrower, Neeraj Chopra, is among the six sportspersons…

The Times of India · Jan 26, 2022

Gautam Budh Nagar DM Suhas LY part of national anthem video

NOIDA: The GB Nagar district magistrate Suhas LY is a part of a 4.24-minute video of the national anthem that was released on Monday featuring 18 athletes of the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics.

The Times of India · Jan 25, 2022

Olympic results should lead to further development of world-class athletes

Japanese athletes' spectacular showing at the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics should not be a momentary event. Continued support is essential to nurture athletes capable of competing in the world.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Jan 23, 2022