For years, Ryder, 10, who is visually impaired, has experienced football matches involving his favourite team with commentary from his parents. But for a recent Cardiff City game he was loaned a virtual reality (VR) headset, transforming the way he connects with the sport. Ryder described the experience at the club's home game against Luton Town in March - as "100 out of 10", saying he could "see everything". The headset, by GiveVision, allows fans to zoom in on the action, giving people like Ryder an enhanced match day or entertainment experience. "Usually, all I can see are a couple of shapes and blurs, so I just look out for the blue shirts," said Ryder, a Cardiff season ticket holder. "When we score I can't see it so I have to wait for the crowd. "The headset was a lot better, I could see everything - all the goals, defending and goalkeeper saves. It was amazing. "I had the choice to look around the stadium or watch the game, I could zoom in and out of the pitch whenever I wanted." Ryder was born with microphthalmia and coloboma - when one or both eyes are abnormally small and underdeveloped. "It doesn't hold him back," said his mum, Kirsty. "He goes on the biggest rollercoaste
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For years, Ryder, 10, who is visually impaired, has experienced football matches involving his favourite team with commentary from his parents. But for a recent Cardiff City game he was loaned a virtual reality (VR) headset, transforming…
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