People with disabilities can do many sports like blind football and para table tennis. These sports are called “parasports.” Next year, the Asian Games and the Asian Para Games will be held in Aichi Prefecture, and the government wants more people to get interested in parasports. A week ago, they had a special event where people could try wheelchair fencing. I sat in a wheelchair that didn’t move. I only used my right arm and my upper body when I competed against a volunteer. I had a great time! Then I tried a special wheelchair for basketball. It was easy to handle. I could go fast, stop, and turn suddenly without falling over. The event was successful. Now I want to see both parasports!     (124 words)

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