IPC Powerlifting World Championships to be live streamed

The International Paralympic Committee is to live stream the 2014 IPC Powerlifting World Championships on its official website and YouTube channel.

The live streaming will feature English-language commentary throughout the competition.

The event will feature a total of 365 lifters from 68 countries. It is the first opportunity for athletes to begin qualification for the 2016 summer Paralympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

The 2014 IPC Powerlifting World Championships will take place in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from April 5-11.