Cross-country skiing at the X Paralympic Winter Games |
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Venue | Whistler Olympic Park |
Dates | 14–21 March 2010 |
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Cross-country skiing at the 2010 Winter Paralympics |
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Distance | ||||
5 km | women | |||
10 km | men | women | ||
15 km | men | women | ||
20 km | men | |||
3 x 2.5 km relay | women | |||
1 x 4 km + 2 x 5 km relay | men | |||
Sprint | ||||
1 km | men | women |
The cross-country skiing competition of the Vancouver 2010 Paralympics were held at Whistler, British Columbia. The events were held between 14 and 21 March 2010.
The program included a total of 20 events, 10 for men and 10 for women. Competitors are divided into three categories: standing, visually impaired, and sitting. Standing skiers are those that have a locomotive disability but are able to use the same equipment as able-bodied skiers, whereas sitting competitors use a sitski. Visually impaired skiers compete with the help of a sighted guide. The skier with the visual impairment and the guide are considered a team, and dual medals are awarded.
All times are Pacific Standard Time (UTC-8).