Wheelchair Adventurer to Make Second Attempt at Climbing Yr Wyddfa Unaided
A wheelchair adventurer said he would make a new bid to climb Yr Wyddfa, also known as Snowdon, unaided after coming “frustratingly close” in his first attempt.
Nick Wilson, from Towcester, Northamptonshire, spent 14 years in the Army before he suffered a spinal injury.
During his first attempt at the challenge, on 4 June, the steering on his specially engineered mobility chair snapped more than three quarters of the way into climbing the Welsh peak, which is 1,085 metres (3,560 ft) above sea level.
Mr Wilson said he was now plotting to try again next month “to show people it can be done”.
He said the challenge aimed to raise greater awareness of accessibility issues faced by wheelchair users.
“We set out to show how inclusive design and engineering can make the world more accessible for everyone, everywhere,” said Mr Wilson.
“I’m not ashamed to say [I cried] when the steering snapped. It was so frustratingly close. We know it can be done, we did over 85% unaided.”
He said it would still have been possible to scale the mountain with help from his support team, but decided against continuing to try again and maintain the “integrity” of the challenge.
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Los Angeles 2028: Proposal for Para-climbing at the Paralympic Games
Los Angeles, set to host the 2028 Paralympic Games, has proposed adding Para-climbing to the event lineup, marking its potential debut on the global Paralympic stage.
The Proposal and Its Significance
The organizers of the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympics have formally requested the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) to include Para-climbing in the competition program. This proposal is scheduled for a vote by the IPC governing board on June 26.
Statements from Los Angeles 2028 Officials
Janet Evans, the chief athlete officer for Los Angeles 2028, expressed gratitude to the IPC for considering the addition of Para-climbing. She highlighted that this move would provide more athletes with the opportunity to compete at the highest level, aligning with LA28’s commitment to advancing the Paralympic movement.
Para-surfing Exclusion from the Programme
In a related decision, Para-surfing will not be included in the 2028 Paralympic programme. Fernando Aguerre, president of the International Surfing Association, expressed disappointment but remained optimistic about future opportunities.
The potential inclusion of Para-climbing at Los Angeles 2028 represents a significant step forward in promoting adaptive sports on the global stage, offering athletes new avenues to showcase their talents and inspiring inclusivity within the Paralympic community.
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