The Men's 1500m athletics events for the 2016 Summer Paralympics took place at the Estádio Olímpico João Havelange from 8 to 17 September.
A T11 athlete may be entirely without sight, or be able to perceive light, but have no ability to see the shape of a hand at any distance.
Athletes in this category have a variety of visual impairments, but can typically recognize contours from a distance of 2 to 6 metres.
19:19 10 September 2016:[4] The T46 category is for athletes who have a single above or below elbow amputation or similar disability, with normal function in both legs.
Pushing power comes from elbow extensions, and appears close to normal except for use of modified gloves to compensate for grip.