‘I thought I was gone’: Tudhope opens Aussie medal account
It was third time lucky for Ben Tudhope as the Aussie team co-captain ended years of frustration by winning a bronze medal in the Men’s Snowboard Cross SBLL-2 in Beijing.
Paris 2024 Olympics
Tragedy driving Aussie’s quest for Paralympic gold
Australia’s leading gold medal hope at the Paralympics will compete in honour of his late friend and carry a special tribute with him on the slopes.
Why Aussie paralympian is excited to become blind
Born with a degenerative eye disease, it is only a matter of time until Patrick Jensen sees black. But the Aussie star remains incredibly optimistic.
‘Disgusting’: Russian Paralympians’ low act
A gold medallist claims banned Russian athletes have been sending sickening messages towards Ukraine’s Paralympians.
Huge funding boost for Olympians
More than two-thirds of the Australian Olympic team in Tokyo relied on crucial grants, and athletes are about to get a massive funding boost before Paris 2024.
‘I hated my disability’: Alcott’s frank admission
Victorians are recovering from one of the most difficult periods in the state’s history, but one tennis star has some serious advice about overcoming adversity.
‘Amazing’: Historic Aussie first in New York
An Aussie marathon star has continued her 2021 domination after racing to New York when borders opened.
Big challenges ahead as new CEO steps into swimming hot seat
Interim boss Eugenie Buckley won over Swimming Australia with her ‘incredible ability to build and execute a strategy’ to land the fulltime CEO gig.
‘A lot of practice’: Alcott sex admission
With Dylan Alcott closing in on tennis history this week, his girlfriend has revealed the romantic love story behind their relationship.
Fresh twist in $20k Olympic medal bonus
Australians who finished on the Olympic podium in Tokyo are poised to receive a big monetary bonus – but there’s a catch.
Legends hail ‘greatest Aussie marathon ever’
Australia’s 21st and final gold in Tokyo is sure to live long in the memory as Madi di Rozario somehow found the energy for one last push when she had nothing left to grab a famous victory.
Aussies tipped for Paralympic marathon medals
Five Aussies will line up for the Tokyo Paralympics marathons, and all are in medal contention. This will be the last opportunity to add to Australia’s medal haul before the closing ceremony.
Paralympians win green light to toast their success
Aussie Paralympians will be allowed to celebrate with a drink or two before they head home to quarantine and lockdown, but they have been warned to honour their code of conduct.
Second Tokyo Paralympic gold for kayaker Curtis McGrath
Former soldier Curtis McGrath, who vowed to become a Paralympian after his legs were blown off in Afghanistan, has kayaked his way to a second gold medal at the Tokyo Games.
‘I‘m not coming back’: Aussie star’s sad reveal
Australian champion Dylan Alcott has revealed he will not compete at the Paris Paralympics in 2024 in an emotional interview.
Incredible scenes as Alcott wins gold
There is little doubt that Dylan Alcott is the greatest player in wheelchair tennis history, after keeping his Golden Slam dream alive.
Aussie swims through heartbreak for relay silver
Aussie Timothy Disken has swum an emotional race in Tokyo to take home silver just days after the death of his mother, Jenny.
Record haul for Aussie table tennis team
The Australian table tennis team have won more medals, capping off their best Paralympic tally ever.
Another Steven Bradbury? Mullet man’s road race lament
Bloodied and bruised, a courageous Alistair Donohoe has revealed how he was sliding around like Steven Bradbury at times during his unpredictable rain-drenched road race in Tokyo.
We’re equal: 16-year fight ends for Aussie Paralympics great
Swimmer Ellie Cole was thrilled when she became Australia’s greatest female Paralympian in Tokyo, but a government commitment close to her heart has bought real emotion.
Heartwarming interview has nation in tears
Australian swimmer Rachael Watson has delivered an incredible interview at the Paralympics that left everyone tearing up.
Aussie breaks three world records in 60mins
Australian Paralympian Vanessa Low has set Tokyo alight with a performance that left her husband an emotional mess as she made history.
Aussie breaks world record three times on incredible night
She once competed for Germany, but Vanessa Low well and truly won Aussie hearts after her stunning gold medal-winning performance in the long jump in Tokyo.
Aussie swimmers close on $500k Paralympic medal haul
Just hours after cash rewards were announced medal-winning Aussie Paralympians in Tokyo, swimmers Will Martin and Ben Hance hit the jackpot with stunning performances.
PM’s announcement changes everything
In recognition of their ‘national significance’, Australia’s Paralympic medallists will receive the same payment as their Olympic counterparts.
World’s tallest athlete towers over Tokyo
He competes sitting down but this Iran giant — who at 246cm is the world’s second tallest man — has the world standing up and taking notice.
‘Shameful’: Whinger steals gold from champ
This Malaysian shot putter was cruelly disqualified for turning up late to his event, despite winning gold and breaking a world record.
‘Shameful’: Whinger steals gold from champ
This Malaysian shot putter was cruelly disqualified for turning up late to his event, despite winning gold and breaking the world record.
Cameras capture Aussie champ’s classy act
Aussie champion Dylan Alcott may have missed out on Paralympic gold, but the tennis star proved his class with this generous gesture.
Aussie swimmers add to incredible medal tally
The Aussie swim team has won another four medals to add to its booming tally in the pool, while a bronze medallist who was planning to retire has a change of heart.
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