Wheelchair rugby Test Event cancelled on government advice

Tokyo 2020 have said that they still intend to carry out the wheelchair rugby test event in some form in April 03 Mar 2020

Two wheelchair rugby players knock over an opponent

Action expected to resume in April

ⒸJapan Wheelchair Rugby Federation

By IPC

Following policy advice from the Japanese Prime Minister regarding public events across the country and preventing the spread of the novel coronavirus, the Japan Para Sports Association (JPSA) has informed Tokyo 2020 and the International Wheelchair Rugby Federation of the decision to cancel the 2020 Japan Wheelchair Rugby Championships, which was also to serve as the Paralympic Test Event. This was due to take place from 12-15 March.

Tokyo 2020 have said that they still intend to carry out the wheelchair rugby Test Event in some form in April, although this will not involve any teams travelling internationally.

Tokyo 2020 will consult with the International Paralympic Committee, International Wheelchair Rugby Federation, and other relevant organisations to determine the new schedule and the content of such tests by the end of March.