China is gearing up for a historic moment at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Paralympics, sending its largest-ever overseas delegation of 167 members, including 70 athletes! 🎿 This year's team will compete in 71 events across six sports, showcasing China's growing commitment to para sports.
The squad features 51 male and 19 female athletes, all amateurs, with 62 having previous Paralympic experience. Aged 18-40 (average 27), they're ready to rewrite records. Para cross-country skier Liu Zixu, who won China's first Winter Paralympic gold in 2022, told us: "It's my second Games – time to push my limits again!" 💪
Scheduled for March 6-15, the Games will host over 600 athletes from 52 countries and regions. Events range from wheelchair curling to Para ice hockey – get ready for edge-of-your-seat action! ❄️🔥
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China to send 70 athletes to 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Paralympics
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