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Program: The Paralympics has never been more important

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Wheelchair racer Angie Ballard first represented Australia at the Sydney Paralympics as a teenager. 24 years on she will lead the team as co-captain at the Paris games. Competing across seven Paralympics, Ballard has seen how things have drastically changed for the movement, while other issues haven't shown the desired progressions. As she prepares to lead her country Ballard is discussing her journey and why the Paralympic movement has never been more important. Featured: Angie Ballard, co-captain Australian Paralympic team. 

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Angie Ballard of Australia competes in the women's 100m T53 event on day five of the 2008 Beijing Paralympic Games on September 11, 2008.

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