Athletes with Down Syndrome fight for inclusion at the Paralympics

Despite being one of the world's most common intellectual disabilities, athletes with Down Syndrome are still fighting to be included in the Paralympic Games.

Down Syndrome Swimming Australia (DSSA) is one group speaking out about its frustration. DSSA Chairman Simon Cox told Mashable Australia its swimmers are routinely unable to compete in the Games because no category suits their particular characteristics.

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Paralympic athletes are classified relative to the limitation imposed by their disability, according to the International Paralympic Committee (IPC). There are 10 categories of eligible impairments, including impaired muscle power and visual impairment. Read more...

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Source: www.Mashable.com