Now in its fourth year, the 2008 Paralympic World Cup will be the biggest yet with close to 400 athletes from 45 different countries using the event to fine tune their preparations ahead of the Paralympic Games in Beijing in September. A record delegation of over 60 athletes from the Paralympic hosts, China, is set to participate in the event this year.

With an additional day of competition added in both track cycling and swimming, and record numbers taking part across all four sports, the event is sure to offer a real platform for those aiming to be successful at the Paralympic Games.

In swimming, an additional day of competition will mean more athletes than ever before competing at the Aquatics Centre. Wheelchair basketball will continue the same thrilling format as last year and will be hosted in a new venue, the Manchester Regional Arena. The track cycling schedule has been remodelled to replicate the World Championships, meaning record numbers will come to Manchester for two days of competition. Finally, athletics is again sure to provide a fitting climax to the event on Sunday.