As in previous years, we have applied to World Para Athletics (WPA) for permission to offer international classification during the Frame Running Development Camp & World International Cup 2027.
At this stage, we do not yet know whether our application will be approved.
If international classification is not approved, we will instead offer national classification.
This means that athletes who still hold a classification under the old system (RR1/RR2/RR3), or who have never been classified, will have the opportunity to receive a national classification.
The purpose of national classification is to give athletes an indication of which international sport class (T71/T72) they might be assigned to, while also allowing them to gain valuable experience with the classification process.
National classification also helps ensure that athletes can compete against others with similar functional abilities, promoting fair and equal competition.
Please note: National classification is only valid for participation in the Frame Running Open Cup 2027. It is not recognised as an official international classification and cannot be used to compete in the World International Cup or to establish official world records.
We understand that the number of participating athletes may vary depending on the classification opportunities we are able to offer. Therefore, at this stage, we kindly ask you to provide an estimated number of athletes who may wish to participate.