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Estonian wheelchair curling team members Ain Villau and Kätlin Riidebach are preparing for the upcoming Paralympic Games in Cortina, Italy, with the aim of delivering their best performance.

Estonia will be represented by a mixed wheelchair curling pair, Ain Villau and Kätlin Riidebach, at the upcoming Milano Cortina Paralympic Games.

Four new delegations, including Finland, will join Ukraine in boycotting the opening ceremony of the Paralympic Games in Milan-Cortina in protest of Russian and Belarusian athletes competing under their own flags.

The mayor of Milan has announced the reopening of the Olympic flame at the Arch of Peace for the Paralympics, along with plans for nightly live shows during the games.

The Latvian wheelchair curling team is preparing for its second Paralympic Games with the aim of competing at a high level despite resource differences.

The Paralympic torch was lit in the Duomo square in Milan, with key local officials emphasizing the event's significance and the athletes' messages of peace.

This article discusses the exclusion of sports events from mainstream broadcast media and its implications for public access to sports, particularly highlighting the voices of Paralympic athletes.

The article highlights Paralympic athletes Giacomo Bertagnolli and Giuliana Turra, who will showcase their talents at the Sanremo Festival, ahead of the upcoming Paralympic Games.

The inconsistency in terminology regarding the designation of Paralympic athletes has persisted for years, prompting inquiries to experts in Latvia.

Lauren Parker, a gold-medal-winning triathlete, is set to compete in cross-country skiing and biathlon at the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympics, aiming to become a dual-games athlete.

Croatian para-skiers Dino Sokolović and Lucija Smetiško will carry the Croatian flag at the opening of the 2026 Winter Paralympic Games in Verona.

Ukraine has announced a record team size for the upcoming 2026 Paralympic Winter Games, with 35 athletes set to compete in various sports.

Russia has reacted to Estonia and Ukraine's boycott of the Milan Cortina Paralympics, suggesting that the air is cleaner as a result.

Finland's Paralympic Committee announced a boycott of the upcoming Paralympic Games opening ceremony in Verona, prompting a sarcastic response from Russian officials.

The article discusses Paralympic athletes through a photographic exhibition that captures their spirit and struggles ahead of the upcoming Paralympic Games.

Aaron McCarthy, a farmer from New South Wales who lost his leg in a farming accident, aims to represent Australia in snowboarding at the Paralympics, finding freedom and purpose in the sport during his rehabilitation.

Finland's boycott of the Paralympic Games has drawn a sarcastic response from Russia's Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Maria Zakharova.

Sweden has decided not to boycott the opening ceremony of the Paralympics, unlike Ukraine, Czech Republic, and Latvia, which are protesting against Russia and Belarus's participation.

Sweden's Paralympic team, which includes 13 athletes in four sports, is preparing for the Games starting on March 6, with Ebba Årsjö and Zebastian Modin being the major medal hopes.

Finland has announced its boycott of the opening ceremony of the Milan-Cortina Paralympics at the request of Ukraine, joining other countries in protest against the inclusion of Russian and Belarusian athletes.

Finland will not participate in the opening ceremony of the Paralympic Games in Milan-Cortina on March 6 due to a boycott led by Ukraine.

Finland's Paralympic Committee has decided to boycott the opening ceremony of the Milan-Cortina Games due to the participation of Russian and Belarusian teams under their national flags.

Giovanni Malagò emphasizes inclusivity and anticipation for the upcoming Paralympics, set to start on March 6 in Verona.

The report discusses Milan's hosting of the Olympics and Paralympics, emphasizing its success despite initial skepticism and protests.

Matteo Salvini praises the success of the Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina 2026 and emphasizes the importance of the upcoming Paralympic Games.

The event 'Passion Without Limits' emphasizes the importance of integrating Paralympic events alongside the Olympics, as stated by Giovanni Malagò, the president of the Milan-Cortina 2026 Committee.

The article discusses the upcoming Paralympics in Milan Cortina, highlighting the Italian Paralympic House and the inclusion of Russian athletes.

Delfi announces it will not cover the Winter Paralympic Games in Milan-Cortina if Russian and Belarusian athletes compete, sparking debates on media responsibilities.

The Winter Paralympics in Milan Cortina 2026 are just 11 days away, with the Paralympic Flame's arrival in Italy set for tomorrow.

The International Paralympic Committee encourages Ukrainian athletes to participate in the upcoming Milan-Cortina Paralympics despite the controversy surrounding the inclusion of Russian and Belarusian athletes.

In solidarity with Ukraine, the Latvian Paralympic Committee has decided to boycott the opening ceremony of the Milan-Cortina Winter Paralympics in response to the decision allowing athletes from ten aggressor nations to compete.

Italy's Sports Minister Andrea Abodi rejects the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes under their flags in the upcoming 2026 Paralympic Games, following criticism from the Kremlin.

The article discusses the anarchist threats and disruptions faced in Italy after the successful completion of the Olympics and leading up to the upcoming Paralympics.

The South Korean wheelchair curling team prepares for the upcoming Winter Paralympics in Milan, aiming to achieve medal success after a rigorous training period.

Two men have been imprisoned in Denmark for their involvement in violence and the deprivation of liberty, highlighting the ongoing issues surrounding crime and public safety.

Denmark understands the decision of three nations regarding sports participation but will not follow suit, prioritizing athlete experience over political statements.

US special representative Paolo Zampolli supports the return of Russian and Belarusian athletes to the Paralympic Games following their ban due to the Ukraine conflict.

Lithuania has decided to boycott the opening ceremony of the Italian Paralympics due to the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes under their own flags.

The article discusses how the upcoming Paralympic Games will transform the perception of Russian and Belarusian symbols in sports, as they shift from banned items to accepted symbols, affecting disinformation campaigns targeting Ukraine.

Denmark will not follow the decision of three nations regarding a political boycott of the Winter Paralympics, prioritizing athletic focus instead.

Ukraine has announced a boycott of the opening ceremony of the Paralympics in protest against the re-admission of Russian and Belarusian athletes.

The International Paralympic Committee defended its decision to allow Russia back into the Paralympic Games, calling it a 'democratic' process despite boycotts from several countries including Ukraine and the Czech Republic.

Czech Republic, Ukraine, and Poland have announced a boycott of the start of the Paralympic Games due to the participation of Russians and Belarusians without restrictions.

The Czech Paralympic Committee announced it will boycott the opening ceremony of the Paralympic Games set for March 6 in Verona, protesting the International Paralympic Committee's decision to allow Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete.

The organizers of an upcoming ceremony in Verona have responded to several countries' decision to boycott the event, claiming that the process was democratic and suggesting that the actions are more about media perception than actual boycotts.

Parasport Denmark acknowledges the anger from Ukraine, Czech Republic, and Poland over Russian participation but chooses not to boycott the event.

Ukraine's Paralympic team and the Czech Republic's Paralympic Committee have announced they will boycott the opening ceremony of the 2026 Winter Paralympics due to the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes.

A Lithuanian Paralympic athlete will skip the opening ceremony due to proximity to a competition, as confirmed by the Lithuanian Paralympic Committee's secretary general.

Ukraine is refusing to participate in the opening ceremony at the Verona Arena, expressing anger over the presence of former military among Russian athletes at the Paralympics.

Ukrainian athletes will boycott the opening ceremony of the Winter Paralympics in protest against the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes under their national flags.