T1 (classification)
T1 is a Paralympic cycling classification. The UCI recommends this be coded as MT1 or WT1.[1]
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Definition
PBS defined this classification as "Tricycle 1 (T1) is for athletes with severe locomotor dysfunction and insufficient balance for cycling."[2] In 1997, this classification was defined by Alison Gray in Against the odds : New Zealand Paralympians as: tetraplegic - almost no use of trunk, arms and hands". Gray noted this classification was for wheelchair athletes.[3] The Telegraph defined this classification in 2011 as "T 1-2: Athletes on tricycles, who have severe locomotive dysfunctions and limited ability to pedal" [4]
Classification history
Cycling first became a Paralympic sport at the 1988 Summer Paralympics.[5] In September 2006, governance for para-cycling passed from the International Paralympic Committee's International Cycling Committee to UCI at a meeting in Switzerland. When this happened, the responsibility of classifying the sport also changed.[6]
Becoming classified
Classification is handled by Union Cycliste Internationale.[7] Classification for the UCI Para-Cycling World Championships is completed by at least two classification panels. Members of the classification panel must not have a relationship with the cyclist and must not be involved in the World Championships in any other role than as classifier.[8] In national competitions, the classification is handled by the national cycling federation.[8] Classification often has three components: physical, technical and observation assessment.[8]
Events
At the 2012 Summer Paralympics, events for this classification include T 1-2 Road Race and Mixed T 1-2 Time Trial.[9]
Rankings
This classification has UCI rankings for elite competitors.[10]
See also
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References
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