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The Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games delivered historic firsts and comeback victories across 10 days of competition. From a USA legend claiming her 24th career medal to nations winning their first-ever Winter Paralympic medals, the 50th anniversary Games showcased triumph at every turn.
Italy surpassed its 32-year Paralympic record on Day 7 of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Games, igniting celebrations across the host nation. Athletes from around the world delivered emotional victories, from comeback stories to first-time champions finding glory on the biggest stage.
The Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games kicked off March 6, celebrating 50 years since the first Winter Paralympics. Over 600 athletes from 55 nations are competing across six sports in Italy's stunning mountain venues.
Italy will compete with its largest-ever Winter Paralympic team across all six sports when Milano Cortina 2026 opens on March 6. Double gold medalist Giacomo Bertagnolli leads a squad ready to shine on home snow.
Malaysian para badminton legend Cheah Liek Hou delayed his Chinese New Year celebrations to chase his 9th singles world title in Bahrain. The 37-year-old returned home with two more gold medals, bringing his remarkable world championship total to 16.
Zion Clark, a championship wrestler born without legs, will face UFC heavyweight Valter Walker in a groundbreaking grappling match this Friday. The unusual matchup started from social media buzz and could open doors for more adaptive athletes in combat sports.
After losing his leg in a snowmobile crash, Mike Schultz built his own high-performance prosthetic and now helps rival athletes compete against him. The "Monster Mike" nicknamed racer has won multiple Winter Paralympic medals while equipping others with the same winning technology.
A Ukrainian-born athlete who lost both legs as a child now holds 19 Paralympic medals in four different sports. Her secret? Embracing constant reinvention and learning to work smarter as she ages.