In Judo, athletes are classified according to three levels of visual impairment: B1, B2 and B3. B1: Athletes have a total absence of perception of the light in both eyes, or some perception of the light but with inability to recognize the form of a hand at any distance and in any direction ... [Full story]

Visually impaired male and female athletes compete in events in various body weight categories. While male athletes take part in seven body weight categories (-60kg, -66kg, -73kg, -81kg, -90kg, -100kg and +100kg), women compete in six categories (-48kg, -52kg, -57kg, -63kg, -70kg and +70kg). Athletes participate in classes that focus on the key elements of balance, touch, sensitivity and instinct.[Full story]