Chris Waddell on Paralympics in parallel with Ukraine’s resistance: “You see what is spectacular about the human spirit”
Seven-time Paralympian Chris Waddell offers his thoughts on the Beijing 2022 Paralympics and the power of humankind. He highlights elite and inspirational athletes to keep an eye on over the upcoming nine days in Beijing
Chinese Premier Presides over Paralympic Torch Lighting
(ATR) Despite grey skies, a specialized torch caught fire in the concave mirror set in front of the iconic round tower of the Temple of Heaven in Beijing for the Paralympic torch lighting ceremony.
Beijing Briefs -- Pistorius Aims for Three Medals, Chinese Athletes Cash in
(ATR) Paralympian Oscar Pistorius sets an individual medal goal above South Africa's entire Olympic haul ... Chinese Olympic medalists join the ranks of the wealthy ... and Beijing souvenir stores change their stock ahead of the Paralympics. More inside...
Countdown Beijing -- Traffic Snarls around Olympic Security Points
(ATR) Vehicles wait for hours to enter Beijing as Olympic security increases ... Paralympic relay to begin at Temple of Heaven ... and the Bird's Nest is the site for nightly Olympic opening ceremony rehearsals. More inside Countdown Beijing...
Countdown Beijing -- Paralympic Relay Invitations, Sarkozy to Beijing, Bush Hopes for Hoops Tix
(ATR) A special invite for the Paralympics is extended to three countries ... Nicolas Sarkozy decides on a trip to Beijing ... and George Bush's hoop dreams. More inside Countdown Beijing...
