Wheelchairs In Sports

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Imagine you invented the best sports wheelchair ever. There are multiple wheelchairs made for sports, most are made with lighter metals so people can move in them. They also have tilted wheels so someone can move quick and easy, and some have levers attached to the wheels if the person does not have enough strength in their arms.

Rugby wheelchairs are built to be extra sturdy. They have bumpers on the front, and guards on the sides. They also have anti-tip devices so they won't fall over during a game.

Racing wheelchairs are made to be long and sleek to reduce wind dragging them down. The chairs have a single front wheel with a steering mechanism. it works as a support so the athlete won't fall out during a race.

The Paralympics is the

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