Paralympic Games
Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympics: Wheelchair Curling Athletes Gear Up
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Building on initial athlete previews, more wheelchair curling contenders—including expanded details on Canada's mixed team and U.S. mixed doubles stars—are preparing for the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games, opening March 6 at venues in northern Italy.
On March 11, 2026, French athlete Karl Tabouret won gold in the individual 10 km classic para cross-country skiing event at the Milan/Cortina Paralympic Games. The 22-year-old from Beaufort dominated the standing category race in Tesero, Italy, securing his first Paralympic medal. Tabouret's victory followed a bronze medal by teammate Benjamin Daviet in the previous day's sprint.
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The U.S. Paralympic Nordic Skiing Team has called Bozeman, Montana, its home base since 2016, providing crucial support for athletes competing in the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Paralympics in Italy. Multiple team members with Montana ties are set to race in cross-country skiing and biathlon events from March 6 to 15. Crosscut Mountain Sports Center offers specialized facilities that foster an inclusive training environment for para and non-para athletes alike.