The yachts used in this event have keels that offer an increased amount of stability. The keelboats have ample room in the cockpit for the sailors. All yachts race the course simultaneously, which is also known as the fleet racing format. Points are awarded based on the yacht's finishing position. The sport has grown since then and now includes 28 nations.
Swimming has origins in physiotherapy and rehabilitation.
However, now swimming is used in races and is among the largest most popular competitive event in the Paralympics. These events are open to athletes with all types of impairments. While competing, no assistive devices or prostheses can be worn. In the Paralympics, the shooting competition is divided into rifle and pistol events. There are not any disability categories in the shooting competition.