Spain presents its five athletes for the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Paralympics
The Spanish Paralympic Committee has officially announced the list of the five athletes who will carry the Spanish flag at the upcoming Winter Paralympic Games. The event will take place in Milan-Cortina 2026 and the national team aims to shine in alpine skiing and snowboarding disciplines. 🏔️
A young prospect leads the delegation
At just seventeen years old, Audrey Pascual stands out as the most promising figure in the Spanish team. The Navarrese athlete, who competes in the modality for athletes with visual impairment assisted by a guide, has already achieved podium finishes in several World Cup events. Her rising trajectory positions her as a candidate for a great result in her first Paralympic participation. 🥇
The full team traveling to Italy:- Audrey Pascual: Alpine skier (visual impairment).
- Alberto Suárez and Víctor González: Alpine skiing specialists.
- Iker Sastre and Aitor Puertas: Experts in adaptive snowboarding.
The common goal is to surpass previous records and place Spain's name in the elite of winter Paralympic sports.
Intense preparation for the big challenge
All team members have been in months of preparation, with training camps and active participation in the international circuit. This work aims to ensure they arrive at the event in their best physical and technical condition. The goal is not only to compete, but to leave an indelible mark on the Italian snow. ❄️
Challenges the delegation will face:- Adapting to the specific conditions of the Milan-Cortina slopes.
- Maintaining maximum performance throughout the competition.
- Surpassing the historical records of Spanish Paralympic sports in winter.
A story to be written on the snow
Beyond the low temperatures, the biggest challenge for these five athletes will be to warm hearts and turn their effort into successes. They are ready to write a new chapter in the history of Spanish adaptive sports, demonstrating their talent and dedication on the slopes. 🇪🇸