The Paralympics medals are accessible. To help athletes with vision loss distinguish whether they are holding gold , silver or bronze medal, they can feel for indentations on the medal's side.
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Brazil has won a gold medal in every blind soccer tournament held at the Paralympic games since the sport's debut in Athens 2004.
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Para athletics racing chairs can reach speeds of up to 22mph.
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The basketball hoop is the same height as it is for Olympics (10ft)
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Prostheses are prohibited in Para swimming.
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The guides also receive a medal if a Paralympic athlete wins.
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The term Paralympics combines the Greek prefix "para" (meaning "alongside") with "Olympics'" because the games take place alongside the Summer and Winter Olympics.