Badminton

Main Federations

Organization: The tournament is organized under the regulations of the Spanish Badminton Federation (FESBA) and the Spanish Federation of Sports for the Deaf (FEDS).

Participating Athletes

Number of Players:

• 4 athletes in total: 2 athletes with disabilities and 2 athletes without disabilities.
• Teams: Two teams will be formed, each consisting of one athlete with a disability and one athlete without a disability.

Competitions - Events

Competition Format:

• Mixed Doubles Competition: Each team will consist of one athlete with a disability and one athlete without a disability.
• Adaptations: Necessary adaptations will be made according to the individual characteristics of the participating athletes. These adaptations may include:
  • Court Dimensions: Adjustments in the court size, such as reducing the length or width, depending on the needs of the athletes with disabilities.
  • Information Provided to the Athlete: Additional information may be provided to athletes with disabilities, such as visual, auditory, or tactile cues according to their specific needs.
  • Game Interruptions: Additional breaks during the game may be allowed if necessary to accommodate the athletes' needs, such as adjusting equipment or rest.

Scoring

Scoring System:

• Regulation: The official badminton scoring system as stipulated in FESBA rules will be applied.
• The matches will be played as best of three sets, as is customary in badminton doubles competitions, with necessary adaptations to ensure fairness and inclusion.

Awards and Recognition

Medals:

• Gold Medal: Will be awarded to the winning team of the tournament.
• Silver Medal: Will be awarded to the team that finishes in second place.

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