The Paralympics classification system explained

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In paradeport, the wide variety of disabilities requires dividing athletes into specific categories to ensure fair competition. Although this classification is essential, it can be a challenge of numbers and letters for those who are not familiar with the system. The Paralympic Games, which begin on August 28, group athletes into three major categories of disability: physical, visual and intellectual. The purpose of the classification is to dete…

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Categorization determines which athletes are eligible for the sports and what classes they fall into. Modalities include classes according to the athletes' type of disability