What is ableism in sport, and how do disability sports address inclusion?

• A. A: Accessibility measures are not needed
• B. B: Public attitudes are the sole barrier
• C. C: Accessible facilities, inclusive policies, and Paralympic structures, though barriers remain
• D. D: Disability sports should be eliminated

Answer: (C)

Ableism in sport involves bias that centers around able-bodied norms, creating barriers for people with disabilities in access, participation, and recognition. Disability sports address inclusion by building concrete structures: accessible facilities so athletes can physically reach and use venues; inclusive policies that guarantee participation and anti-discrimination; and Paralympic and other organized competition pathways that provide elite opportunities, visibility, and a clear route for athletes with disabilities to compete at high levels. This combination works to reduce both physical and organizational barriers and signals that disability is an integral part of sport. However, barriers still remain, such as stigma, uneven funding, and challenges around classification, so inclusion requires ongoing attention to both material access and social attitudes.