Milan Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games: Nine Swiss athletes go for gold – here are the must-watch highlights
Just over a year to go, and then it's time: from 6 to 15 March 2026, the 2026 Paralympic Winter Games will be held in Milan and Cortina. The anticipation is building – and Switzerland is sending a small but highly motivated team to the starting line. Nine athletes will carry our colours, and I'm convinced they'll give us goosebump moments.
Take the para-snowboarder, for instance, who suffered a horrific crash a few years back. Many would have thrown in the towel, but he fought his way back – with one clear goal: "I want to be the best." That's exactly the mindset that defines our entire team. Alongside him, eight other Swiss athletes will be competing for medals in disciplines like Alpine skiing, biathlon, and snowboarding. I've been following them over the past few months, watching them train – the potential is massive.
Three days you absolutely must circle in your calendar
The schedule for the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games is packed with thrilling finals. Here are three days you should mark in your calendar if you want to catch Swiss medal chances live:
- Day 1 – The opening act: It kicks off right on the first day with the Alpine skiing downhills and the initial biathlon races. Our speed specialists are always good for a surprise on the fast slopes of Lombardy. The Day 1 highlights promise goosebumps – get ready to see if the first podium finish happens as early as opening day.
- Day 4 – Downhill drama in Cortina: The fourth competition day puts the men's and women's downhills firmly in the spotlight. In Cortina, it's down icy slopes, demanding nerves of steel and real skill. The perfect track for our 'top guns'. The Day 4 highlights will show who masters the piste best.
- Day 7 – Boardercross showdown: And then there's Day 7, when the snowboard cross decisions are made. Our comeback king will give it his all to make his gold medal dream a reality. I've watched him train – he's faster than ever. The Day 7 highlights will be a celebration for every snowboard fan.
Milan and Cortina: A stage for powerful emotions
The venues for the Paralympic Winter Games – Milan Cortina 2026 (ITA) couldn't be more different: sophisticated Milan, Italy's fashion capital, meets charming Cortina in the Dolomites. Together, they provide the perfect backdrop for stories of passion, fighting spirit, and triumph. The Italians are known for their infectious enthusiasm – I'm sure the venues will be buzzing. And our Swiss fans will do everything they can to cheer the team on loudly.
So, set your alarms, plan your evenings – these are Games we won't forget in a hurry. Behind every medal is a story worth telling. I'm looking forward to ten unforgettable days – and I hope you are too. Let's go, Switzerland!