A further five world records were broken on the final evening of action yesterday, taking the total number to 54 across the 10 days of competition and eclipsing the 52 broken in Lyon two years earlier.

A total of 1,230 athletes competed with 67 countries winning at least one medal, breaking records in both respects.

Additionally, more media and broadcasters than ever before covered the event as 212 world champions were crowned.

"The Organising Committee, led by its President His Excellency Dr. Thani Abdulrahman Al-Kuwari, have done a tremendous job," said the United Arab Emirates' Alhameli in his speech during the Closing Ceremony. 

"The number of world records is testament to the world-class facilities and organisation athletes have benefitted from here.

"Most of all, I would like to thank the 800 volunteers for your outstanding work.

"Without you, events like this cannot happen, but your efforts, combined with those of the Organising Committee, have made these the best IPC Athletics World Championships to date."

China comfortably topped the medals table in Qatar’s capital, collating a huge total of 85 medals made up of 41 golds, 26 silvers and 18 bronzes.

Russia finished second with an overall haul of 69 medals, while the United States finished third with 39.

Doha 2015 was the largest-ever Para-sport event to be hosted in the Middle East with the Organising Committee aiming to use the opportunity to showcase the abilities of the world’s best Para-athletes to new audiences and a new region.

"It was our ambition to use these World Championships to raise awareness about Para-sport and disability in Qatar and across the region," said Ameer al-Mulla, chief executive of the Doha 2015 Local Organising Committee.

"With front page coverage in the local papers every day, coverage on all major TV channels and our hashtag #BeyondIncredible trending on social media - I can say with pride that we have achieved this.

"We have made more people aware of the incredible stories of the athletes competing.

"We have shown how these athletes have defied limitations, challenged the impossible, and redefined ability, helping us to break down barriers and change perceptions.

"This event will leave a lasting legacy in the Middle East for generations to come."

The baton has now been handed over to London, where the 2017 IPC Athletics World Championships are scheduled to take place.



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