Classification FAQs

What if an Athlete disagrees with their Sport Class?

Classification Panels make objective decisions based on a sport’s Classification rules. If an Athlete disagrees with the outcome of an Evaluation Session, each sport has its own Protest rules in place. These rules outline:

  • Who may lodge a Protest
  • What can be protested
  • The timelines that apply
  • Which documents are required, and
  • Any fees to be paid.

Please note, a Protest can only be lodged by a National Federation or National Paralympic Committee, and not by an individual Athlete.