Paralympics

Qatar has decided to make a name for itself as a world-class host for international sporting events. This means that we are privileged to witness a variety of amazing sport competitions -- and usually for the bargain price of $5. The last 10 days Doha has hosted the International Paralympics Competition for Athletics.

We attended one evening and watched cycling, running, shot put, high jump, discus. The facility was spectacular for this sort of competition. And the announcements were very educational in informing the spectators about the events and the categories of disabilities. The classification system is for athletes with impaired muscle power, impaired intellectual capacity, impaired vision, limb deficiency etc. It was very interesting and humbling to watch these athletes compete.