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The Paralympics strive for inclusion. But some rules unfairly exclude athletes with severe disabilities

By Iain Dutia, Postdoctoral research fellow, The University of Queensland
Sean Tweedy, Senior Lecturer, Physical Activity and Disability, The University of Queensland

The 2024 Paris Paralympics are cutting four swimming events. Those who will be affected are athletes with the most severe impairments.

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