Support the BT Paralympic World Cup

The BT Paralympic World Cup is back in Manchester between 20th and 25th May.

Now in its 5th year, the annual event is an important opportunity for British athletes to test themselves against a strong international field, and has been described by Sebastian Coe, Chairman of the London Organising Committee of the Olympic Games and Paralympic Games, as "...a significant stepping stone for many athletes aiming to compete in London and beyond and the event is a place where they can raise their game and test themselves against strong international opposition, providing vital preparation but also a great sporting spectacle along the way."

This will be the first major international multi-sport elite disability event since the Beijing Paralympic Games, and is expected to attract major international stars, as well as a strong British contingent. Over 400 competitors from some 31 countries are scheduled to compete, including ParalympicsGB athletes Nathan Stephens and John McFall and Paralympic legend Oscar Pistorius.

The Paralympic World Cup has been held in Manchester since its inception, helping it to cement its reputation as a host city with superb facilities, sporting history and a vibrant volunteering culture. World-class competition venues include the Manchester Regional Arena, Aquatics Centre and Velodrome, all of which will see action during the Games.

You can find out more from the ParalympicsGB website or by calling 0844 8471622. Or join the Official Paralympic Facebook Group

If you can't get to Manchester, look out for live coverage from the BBC on Monday 25th May.