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In a heart-stopping finish at the Winter Paralympics, Cai Jiayun won his third gold medal by just two-tenths of a second after studying race video the night before. The 25-year-old's perfect shooting and tactical preparation led to an unforgettable sprint to the line.
Fifteen years after losing his leg in Haiti's devastating 2010 earthquake, Ralf Etienne just made history as his country's first Winter Paralympian. With only 80 days of skiing experience, he proved to the world that anything is possible.
American skier Jake Adicoff just became the first openly gay man to win an individual Winter Paralympic gold medal. He didn't stop at one—he's already claimed two golds at the Milan-Cortina Games, halfway to his four-title goal.
An eight-year-old black Labrador named Pickle is bringing joy to the Winter Paralympics as the beloved companion of British para-alpine skier Hester Poole. The "furry ball of love" has become an unofficial team member, complete with her own official headshot and custom kit.
At just 28, Declan Farmer has already won three Paralympic golds and revolutionized U.S. sled hockey with his innovative two-handed technique. Now competing in Italy, the Tampa native is leading Team USA's quest for an unprecedented fifth consecutive Paralympic title.
Two German Paralympic medalists made a powerful statement of solidarity, turning their backs during Russia's anthem to protest the invasion of Ukraine. Their quiet act of courage shows how athletes can use their platform for peace.
Paralympic gold medalist Fiona Howard set three world records in three days on a horse she'd never competed with before, just weeks after spending seven weeks in the hospital recovering from kidney surgery. The para dressage rider's incredible comeback shows what's possible when determination meets trust.
Varvara Voronchikhina secured Russia's first Paralympic gold medal in 12 years with a stunning super G victory in Cortina. The 23-year-old's emotional win marks a historic return to international competition for Russian Paralympic athletes.
After a decade away from Paralympic podiums, Russia celebrated its first gold medal since 2014 when para-alpine skier Varvara Voronchikhina won the women's standing super G. The 23-year-old's victory marks a remarkable comeback for both athlete and nation at the Winter Paralympics.
Chinese Paralympic athletes shattered their overseas Winter Games record with 16 medals in just two days at the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympics. The team leads the world with eight golds, including four on Sunday alone.
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When a visually impaired sprinter trained so hard his lung collapsed, the hospital staff treating him didn't just help him heal. They launched a fundraiser to get him better equipment for his 2026 Commonwealth Games dream.
A Canadian snowboarder who lost both legs in a skydiving accident is defending his Paralympic gold medal this weekend. Tyler Turner, 37, says his secret weapon is simple: having fun.
French Paralympic champion Cécile Hernandez postponed retirement to save women's Para snowboarding from disappearing. Despite living with multiple sclerosis for 23 years, she's competing at her fourth Winter Paralympics to inspire the next generation.
Australia's powerchair hockey team is heading to Finland in May with new coaches, fresh energy, and their sights set on a world championship medal. After two decades of quiet competition, the underdogs say this is their moment to shine.
Paralympic champion Tyler Turner and newcomer Chase Nicklin aren't just teammates. They're training partners, friends, and friendly rivals heading into the 2026 Milano-Cortina Games with dreams of sharing the podium.
Six extraordinary Australian women, including the nation's first Indigenous Winter Paralympian, will compete at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Paralympic Games. These athletes have overcome accidents, disabilities, and funding challenges to reach the world's biggest sporting stage.
Stephen McGuire, who won gold in Boccia at the 2024 Paris Paralympics, is hosting a free event in Falkirk on March 28 for people living with muscle wasting conditions. The 41-year-old athlete, who became a full-time wheelchair user at 14, will share his journey from diagnosis to becoming a 20-year veteran of Team GB.
Two remarkable athletes who've overcome incredible challenges will lead Team GB into the Winter Paralympics. Menna Fitzpatrick, Britain's most decorated Winter Paralympian, returns just months after a major knee injury, while Scott Meenagh, who lost both legs in Afghanistan, earns recognition for his third Games.
After a spinal injury at 13 ended his walking, Arly Velásquez taught himself to ski and became Mexico's most decorated Winter Paralympian. Next week, he'll represent his country solo at the Milan-Cortina Games.
Army veteran Babette Peyton became a champion archer after a military injury left her partially paralyzed, winning over 150 medals with a unique mouth-draw technique. Her niece remembers a woman who never frowned and inspired everyone she met.
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