Wheelchair Rugby
Wheelchair rugby, originally called “murderball”, was invented in Canada in 1977. It was included in the Paralympic program since the Sydney 2000 Games and in the Parapan American program since Toronto 2015.
Speed, strategy and control are used to score the highest amount of tries (to touch the goal line with two wheels holding the ball) while athletes move into the opponents’ field carrying, passing or dribbling the ball.
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The spectators were impressed with this thrilling match that ended 52-38 with Argentina emerging as the victor at the Villa El Salvador Sports Center
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Chile and Argentina played an intensely contested wheelchair rugby semifinal at Lima 2019.
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This hard-fought match ended with Argentina emerging as a victor over Chile.
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Both teams showed tenacity and passion for sports in this Lima 2019 match.
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The USA claimed victory against Colombia in this tough wheelchair rugby match.
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Team USA defeated Colombia 50-26 in this match at Lima 2019.
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The teams showed all their skills on the field and aroused admiration in the spectators.
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Both teams showed their great strength and skills in this thrilling wheelchair rugby match.
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The USA claimed victory against Colombia in this tough wheelchair rugby match.
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Team USA defeated Colombia 50-26 in this match at Lima 2019.
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