What is T1 T2 in Paralympics?

T1, T2 Physical impairment. These athletes have use of their arms and legs but use a tricycle to help with stability. These athletes use a standard bicycle to compete.

What is a T1 classification in Paralympics?

Classes 1-10 are for athletes with a physical impairment. Classes 11-13 are for athletes with a visual impairment.

What are the symbols in the Paralympics game?

The symbol of the Paralympic Games is composed of three “agitos”, coloured red, blue, and green, encircling a single point, on a white field. The agito (“I move” in Latin) is a symbol of movement in the shape of an asymmetrical crescent.

What is a T2 disability?

T2 is a para-cycling classification. The class is for cyclists with more moderate loss of stability and function compared to T1. It includes people with a variety of different types of disabilities including cerebral palsy.

What is a C4 5 disability?

C4-5 riders include those with coordination affected to a low level on one side or in the legs, moderately in one leg or the absence of limbs. Riders in this class are grouped because they have a compromised start or delivery of power. They race using a factored clock which runs slightly slower for C4’s.

What is the flag for the Paralympics?

The Paralympic Symbol (three Agitos) consists of three elements in red, blue and green – the three colours that are most widely represented in national flags around the world.

Where is the Paralympic logo displayed?

Agitos, The Paralympic logo is seen during 2012 London Paralympics previews on August 28, 2012 in London, England. The Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic logos are displayed on the Hinomaru driving school building in Tokyo on June 29, 2020.

What do the three ticks on the Paralympic logo mean?

The three ticks encircle a singular point, symbolising motion and the meeting of athletes from across the globe for competition. This logo was presented at the closing ceremony of the Athens 2004 Paralympic Games and it was first used on a game emblem during the Torino 2006 winter games.

What does the Sydney 2000 Paralympic Games logo mean?

Sydney 2000 – The Sydney 2000 Paralympic Games logo embodies the vitality of Sydney, the spirit of Australia and the ability and achievement of the Paralympic athlete. The logo depicts a dynamic human form — represented by three graphic shapes — leaping triumphantly forward and “breaking through” towards the Paralympic Games in 2000.

What’s new at the Tokyo Paralympics 2020?

While the Tokyo Paralympics 2020 is in full swing, Google Doodle marked Day 2 of the event with a new Champion Island Game on August 26. While the Tokyo Paralympics 2020 is in full swing, Google Doodle marked Day 2 of the event with a new Champion Island Games on August 26.