The upcoming Paralympics in Milan Cortina on March 7, 2026, marks the first day of competition, where a total of 11 medals will be awarded. Italian athletes, known as the Azzurri, will be in the spotlight, especially in alpine skiing. The downhill events will feature several categories, and significant hopes are placed on Giacomo Bertagnolli, who will compete in the vision impaired category. His race is scheduled for 10:50 a.m., accentuating the intensity of the competition. Additionally, another Italian competitor, Renè De Silvestro, is expected to perform well in the sitting category, with his event slated just before lunchtime. Other athletes to watch include Martina Vozza and Chiara Mazzel, who will be racing in the women’s vision impaired category at 9:30 a.m., as well as Federico Pelizzari and Luca Palla in the standing category. The Italian team is motivated to secure podium finishes across these events. The full schedule for March 7 includes an exciting lineup of events, highlighting the mix of sports where Italy aims to shine. With competitions in alpine skiing and curling taking center stage, the Italian contingent hopes to capitalize on their strengths and experience to bring home medals in front of a home crowd. The outcomes of these events will undoubtedly set the tone for the rest of the Games, emphasizing the importance of this opening day for the Azzurri.