H4 (classification)
H4 is a Paralympic cycling classification. The UCI recommends this be coded as MH4 or WH4.[1]
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Definition
PBS defined this classification as "Athletes with higher function and stability are in classes H2 and H3, and H4 is for athletes who can kneel on the handcycle."[2] In 2012, UCI defined this classification broadly as: "Paraplegic with impairments corresponding to a complete lesion from Th11 or below,· Double below or Double through knee amputee".[3] The Telegraph defined this classification in 2011 as "H 1-4: Athletes on handcycles, with lower limb dysfunctions and limited stability" [4]
The cycle
This classification can use ATP3 knee-seat cycle that is forward leaning on a rigid frame.[5]
Classification history
Cycling first became a Paralympic sport at the 1988 Summer Paralympics.[6] 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.[7]
Competitors
Competitors in this classification include Stuart Tripp of Australia[8][9] and Alex Zanardi of Italy.[10]
Rankings
This classification has UCI rankings for elite competitors.[11]
Events
Events for this classification at the include the men's Individual H 4 Road Race, Men's Individual H 4 Time Trial, women's Individual H 4 Road Race, and Women's Individual H 4 Time Trial.[12]
Becoming classified
Classification is handled by Union Cycliste Internationale.[13] 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.[14] In national competitions, the classification is handled by the national cycling federation.[14] Classification often has three components: physical, technical and observation assessment.[14]
See also
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References
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