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/