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Nigeria dominated the 2026 African Cycling Championships on home soil, capturing 16 medals including nine golds to lead the continental standings. The performance marks a major milestone for West African cycling in front of enthusiastic crowds at Abuja's national velodrome.
Lagos State is teaming up with British Cycling to bring world-class cycling expertise to Africa's largest city. The partnership promises training programs, technical workshops, and a boost to cycling culture across Nigeria's bustling commercial hub.
Three Filipino para athletes broke Games records and claimed gold medals in Thailand, pushing their country's total to 15 golds. The victories showcase how dedication and skill are rewriting what's possible in adaptive sports.
Dr. Sarah Ruggins just cycled 6,000 kilometers across Europe in under 14 days, smashing the previous record held by a man. Even more remarkable? She only started cycling two years ago after recovering from a rare neurological disease.
Payal Nag, who discovered para archery after watching videos of champion Sheetal Devi, just beat her inspiration to win gold in Bangkok. The 18-year-old quadruple amputee scored 139-136 in her first senior international tournament.
Thailand welcomes over 1,600 para-athletes from across Southeast Asia this week as the nation hosts the ASEAN Para Games for the first time in 18 years. Five-time Paralympic gold medalist Saysunee Jana will light the opening ceremony torch as Thailand aims to reclaim the overall championship title.
New research shows women can gain strength throughout their entire menstrual cycle, challenging popular "cycle syncing" advice. While small adjustments can help comfort, hormones don't block muscle growth at any point in the month. ##
India's third National Para Kabaddi Championship brings together 280 athletes with physical disabilities from 20 states for four days of high-level competition. The tournament marks a major step forward in creating pathways for para-athletes from grassroots to elite sports.
Fresh off his gold medal win in Dubai, Ghanaian para-athlete Hayford Addai is heading to Morocco to compete in the World Para Athletics Grand Prix. The rising star is chasing a new personal best as he prepares for the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
At the foot of Mount Fuji, Japan's para swimmers dominated the World Series with eight gold medals while Spain's Teresa Perales set a world record. Athletes from 29 nations competed in three days of inspiring races that showcased the best of para swimming.
India's Paralympic gold medalist Krishna Nagar defeated France's home champion Charles Noakes in straight games to claim the Men's Singles SH6 title at the French Para Badminton International 2026. The victory capped a dominant tournament for India's para badminton team, bringing home multiple medals across all categories.
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Chinese para-athlete Yu Shuang claimed victory in the visually impaired sprint event at the Para Cross-Country Skiing World Cup in Finsterau, Germany. The thrilling finish showcased the elite competition level in adaptive winter sports.
Ghana's para-athletes claimed four medals at the World Para Athletics Grand Prix in Dubai, securing their spots for the 2026 Commonwealth Games. Two athletes dominated their events, with one sprinter taking home both bronze and gold.
Olympic champions are welcoming home Team USA and kicking off a free 10-day celebration where fans can watch elite Para athletes compete for gold. Salt Lake City's Watch Party runs March 6-15 with live music, food trucks, and broadcasts of six winter Para sports.
Despite being labeled "mixed," Para-ice hockey has featured just one woman among 135 athletes at the Milan-Cortina Paralympics. But more female winter Para athletes than ever before are competing, and champions are fighting to create separate women's events.
Danish rider Jonas Vingegaard won his fifth stage at the Giro d'Italia and stands just one safe ride from becoming only the eighth cyclist ever to win all three of cycling's legendary Grand Tours. The two-time Tour de France champion cemented his historic achievement with a stunning solo attack in the mountains.
India's Pune Grand Tour is getting a massive upgrade for 2027, more than doubling its route to 950 kilometers while transforming local roads with an $85 million infrastructure investment. The international cycling race earned its promotion to professional status after a successful debut that impressed both riders and residents.
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A woman who couldn't ride a bike three years ago now leads 40 women through Johannesburg's streets every Saturday. Girls on Bikes creates a safe space for women to cycle together in a city where riding alone feels too risky.
Over 150 cities across 34 countries have appointed special leaders called Bicycle Mayors to make their communities safer and more bike-friendly. These passionate advocates are transforming how cities think about cycling, one pedal stroke at a time.
Hundreds of cyclists pedaled through Mangaluru's streets on World Bicycle Day, sparking a movement to inspire India's youth toward healthier, more sustainable living. The rally brought together university students, cycling clubs, and fitness groups in a colorful celebration of two-wheeled transportation.
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