Disability Sport

Culture 2023-08-16T19:33:59Z

A paracyclist and triple amputee is being applauded for having a sense of humor receiving the 'worst trophy gift ever' (a wristwatch) after winning the World Championships

"It's amazing how a simple fact becomes more viral than the results obtained," the athlete shared on Instagram.
Sports 2021-08-20T13:06:22Z

'Surfing Samurai' stars in Paralympics film series exploring the impact of sports on those living with disabilities

The series aims to spotlight #WeThe15, movement seeking to end discrimination against the 15% of the global population living with disabilities.
Play Icon A triangle pointing right. It indicates that this type of media can be played or that the linked content is playable. 2018-11-06T14:23:02Z

How a mother got special needs playgrounds built so her daughters could play together

Shirley has twin daughters, Leticia was born with cerebral palsy and could not join in with her sister when they were taken to playgrounds in Curitiba, Brazil.
Travel 2018-06-04T18:01:00Z

A man who was paralyzed after a bike accident rode his wheelchair 350 miles to promote accessibility

After a bicycle accident left him paralyzed, Ian Mackay rode his wheelchair through Washington state to promote accessibility and rediscover his love of the outdoors.
UK 2016-08-17T09:55:00Z

Why the Olympics and Paralympics are still separate events

Business Insider spoke to the International Paralympic Committee and a disabled athlete to find out why the Olympics and Paralympics are separate events.
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