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The Women's individual pursuit cycling events at the 2016 Summer Paralympics took place on September 8–11 at Rio Olympic Velodrome. Four events took place over six classifications.[1]
Classification
editCyclists are given a classification depending on the type and extent of their disability. The classification system allows cyclists to compete against others with a similar level of function. The class number indicates the severity of impairment with "1" being most impaired.
Cycling classes for track cycling are:
- B: Blind and visually impaired cyclists use a Tandem bicycle with a sighted pilot on the front
- C 1-5: Cyclists with an impairment that affects their legs, arms and/or trunk but are capable of using a standard bicycle
Women's individual pursuit
editB
editEvent | Gold | Silver | Bronze |
---|---|---|---|
B[2] | Lora Turnham Great Britain |
Emma Foy New Zealand |
Sophie Thornhill Great Britain |
C1–3
editEvent | Gold | Silver | Bronze |
---|---|---|---|
C1–3 | Megan Giglia Great Britain |
Jamie Whitmore United States |
Alyda Norbruis Netherlands |
C4
editEvent | Gold | Silver | Bronze |
---|---|---|---|
C4 | Shawn Morelli United States |
Susan Powell Australia |
Megan Fisher United States |
C5
editEvent | Gold | Silver | Bronze |
---|---|---|---|
C5 | Sarah Storey Great Britain |
Crystal Lane Great Britain |
Samantha Bosco United States |