The atmosphere of joy, exhilaration and inclusivity is palpable at the Paralympic Games, yet the lack of openly LGBTQ+ disabled athletes remains concerning.
As an openly bi athlete, I remember the whirlwind of 'what ifs' that zoomed around my head when I decided to come out publicly.
Wheelchair basketball has long been a pioneer in inclusivity, with peers who had already come out providing reassurance that helped me embrace my true self.
Despite the record increase of openly LGBTQ+ athletes at this year's Olympics, too many disabled athletes still feel the need to hide their identities.
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