How does paralympic classification work?
When athletes compete in a paralympic competition, they are first classified into a disability category governed by a classification system.



The classification system adheres to a common logic with 2 components:

 * Letter: one or two letters referring to the sport.

 * Number: a number associated with these letters. The higher the number, the less severe the disability, and vice versa.



For more information, please visit:

https://france-paralympique.fr/classification/
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