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Kim Yoon-ji, who won five medals at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Paralympics, received a reward of 500 million won and a medal made of 20 coins of pure gold.

Jens Bromann, a key figure in disability sports, was inducted into the Hall of Fame for his contributions to the field.

Jens Bromann, a key figure in the development of Paralympic sports, reflects on his life journey and struggles with self-acceptance following a tragic incident in his youth.

Danish Paralympian Connie Hansen reflects on her achievements and the importance of uplifting others in sports.

Danish paralympian Connie Hansen reflects on her career while facing challenges during a race at the Barcelona Olympic Stadium.

Matz Topkin, a Paralympic athlete born without arms, has received a specialized robotic arm from a Swedish company, allowing him to accomplish tasks he had only dreamed about.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has awarded the Order of Friendship to Russian medalists from the Paralympics.

Ukraine's Mirotvorets website has added five Russian Paralympians to its controversial ‘kill list,’ accusing them of war propaganda and complicity in crimes against Ukraine.

Paralympian Henry Wanyoike challenges marathon champion Eliud Kipchoge to a race while blindfolded to highlight teamwork and support for people with disabilities.

Paralympic athlete Kim Yun-ji and teammates celebrated their achievements with President Lee Jae-myung at a luncheon at the Blue House.

Higinio Rivero, a unique athlete from Spain, has competed in four different sports across the Paralympics, highlighting his exceptional versatility and resilience.

Vladimir Putin honored Russia's Paralympic team for their participation in the recent games after years of suspension due to doping scandals.

The LPOK president expressed concerns about the unexpected success of the Russian team at the recently concluded Milan-Cortina Paralympic Games.

The success of Latvia's wheelchair curling team in the Paralympics contrasts sharply with the lack of financial and institutional support faced by the athletes.

The article highlights the transformative journey of two Latvian athletes, Linda and Elija, in the sport of wheelchair curling, emphasizing its significant impact on their lives.

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva met with Cristian Ribera, the Paralympic athlete who won the country's first-ever silver medal in cross-country skiing at the Winter Paralympics.

Karla and Petar Kordić shared their experiences from the recent Winter Paralympic Games in Italy, highlighting the challenges and triumphs faced by visually impaired skiers.

Hamburg is proposing to host the Olympics with floating venues on the Alster as part of a joint bid with Schleswig-Holstein for the Olympic Games and Paralympics in 2036, 2040, or 2044.

The IPC president expressed disappointment over Ukraine's complaints during the 2026 Paralympic Winter Games, suggesting they detracted from the focus on sports.

Russian media celebrate a significant success at the recent Paralympic Games, where a small team of six athletes brought home multiple medals, overshadowing many larger delegations.

International Paralympic Committee President Andrew Parsons expressed disappointment that Ukraine focused more on political issues than sports during the Milan-Cortina Paralympic Games.

A French artist known for painting scenes from Olympic and Paralympic host cities reflects on his experiences in Cortina.

China has emerged as the most successful nation at the Milano Cortina Paralympic Games, winning a total of 44 medals including 15 golds.

China topped the medal table at the Milano Cortina Paralympic Games, winning a total of 44 medals, including 15 gold.

Russia won eight gold medals at the 2026 Winter Paralympics, finishing third in the overall medal standings in Italy.

Monika Haukanõmm, president of the Estonian Paralympic Committee, criticized the International Paralympic Committee's (IPC) stance on allowing athletes from aggressor countries to compete internationally, advocating for a boycott of the opening and closing ceremonies of the Milan Cortina Paralympics.

Paralympic fencing champion Bebe Vio has decided to retire from fencing due to health issues and will now focus on athletics.

The Milan-Cortina Winter Paralympics concluded with notable political implications, highlighted by athletes boycotting ceremonies and photo opportunities involving Russian participants.

South Korea has emerged as a strong contender in the Winter Paralympics, achieving its best medal count ever at the 2026 Milan-Cortina games.

The recently concluded Milan and Cortina Paralympic Games were marked by Ukraine's boycott in protest of Russian participation and were dominated by China's performance in the medal standings.

Ukrainian Paralympic athlete Oleksandra Kononova was told to remove her political earrings before a medal ceremony, sparking outrage regarding the International Paralympic Committee's rules.

Italian athlete Giacomo Bertagnolli achieved impressive success at the Winter Paralympics in Milan-Cortina, securing a total of five podium finishes, including two gold medals.

The recent Paralympics in Cortina, Tesero, and Milan successfully celebrated athletes with disabilities, highlighting their achievements and the vibrant atmosphere despite some attendance challenges.

Ukraine finished 7th in the medal standings at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Paralympic Games, amid controversies over the participation of Russian athletes.

Italy concluded the Paralympics with a total of 16 medals, highlighted by Giacomo Bertagnolli's impressive performance.

The CEO of the Canadian Paralympic Committee has highlighted a decline in Canada's medal performance at the Milan Cortina Paralympics, calling for increased investment in support of athletes.

Australia won two medals and had standout performances at the Milano-Cortina Winter Paralympics, highlighted by snowboarder Ben Tudhope's achievements.

The closing ceremony of the Paralympics in Cortina aimed to celebrate diversity and strength but faced challenges with attendance and engagement in the festivities.

The U.S. Paralympic sled hockey team defeated Canada 6-2 to win gold and made history by securing five consecutive Paralympic titles.

The Milan-Cortina Paralympics ended with Japan winning three silver and one bronze medal, marking a significant but lesser achievement compared to their previous performance in Beijing 2022.

The Paralympic Games in Italy concluded with the extinguishing of the flames in Milan and Cortina, passing the event to France for the 2030 Winter Games.

At the Milano Cortina Winter Paralympics, Takashi Suzuki secured a bronze medal in the men's slalom, marking his first podium finish in 12 years.

Ukrainian biathlete Oleksandra Kononova faced controversy at the Milan-Cortina Paralympics when she was told to remove her 'stop war' earrings during the medal ceremony, leading to outrage especially in Ukraine.

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni was unable to attend the closing ceremony of the Paralympics in Cortina due to adverse weather conditions.

Ukraine finished seventh in the unofficial medal table for the 2026 Winter Paralympics, securing a total of 19 medals.

Brazil achieved its best historical result at the Winter Paralympic Games by securing 22nd place and winning its first-ever medal.

On the final day of the Milan-Cortina Winter Paralympics, Takeshi Suzuki secured a bronze medal in men's Alpine skiing, marking his fourth career medal.

Ukraine's national team will boycott the closing ceremony of the 2026 Paralympic Winter Games in protest against the participation of Russian and Belarusian delegations.

France finished the Paralympic Games with 12 medals, falling short of its goal and achieving a 6th place ranking.

The Paralympic Committee is investigating an incident involving a protest during the performance of the Russian national anthem.