UK Athletics Para-athletes classification 'could be abused'

The classification system for British track and field Para-athletes "could be abused" and is "open to exploitation", according to a UK Athletics review. The review found a "wide consensus" among those with experience of the system that rules could be exploited, also identifying methods of doing so. It follows claims before the Rio 2016 Paralympics that classifications could be manipulated to boost medal chances. Yet, there is "no substantive evidence" to suggest widespread cheating. A four-person panel, chaired by Paralympic wheelchair racer Anne Wafula Strike, conducted the review between November and February, with its findings revealed on Tuesday.