Ukraine's Medal Haul Hits 16 After Six More Podium Finishes at 2026 Paralympics

Ukraine's Success at the 2026 Paralympic Games

According to Главком: On March 13, 2026, the seventh day of competition at the Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo Paralympics, 13 sets of medals were awarded in para alpine skiing, para snowboarding, and para biathlon. Ukraine's athletes had an outstanding day, securing 6 medals to bring their total medal count to 16. The Paralympic Games showcase extraordinary athleticism and determination from competitors worldwide.

Ukraine's medal successes on March 13 came primarily in para biathlon. In the men's sitting class, Taras Rad won silver, while in the women's standing class, Iryna Bui took silver and Oleksandra Kononova claimed bronze. In the men's vision impaired class, Oleksandr Kazik earned a silver medal and Anatolii Kovalevskyi won bronze. These results underscore the remarkable skill and resilience of Ukrainian athletes on the global stage.

Other Events on March 13

In other competitions held on March 13, medals were awarded in para snowboarding. In the women's LL2 class, Kate Delson of the USA won gold. The men's class winners included:

• Jacopo Luchini (Italy)
• Noah Elliott (USA)
• Emanuel Perathoner (Italy)
• and others.

In para alpine skiing, victories were secured by athletes from Austria, France, and Italy across various classes.

The eighth day of the Paralympics will feature 6 more sets of medals up for grabs, promising further thrilling competition and new opportunities for all participants.

Ukraine's growing medal tally at the 2026 Paralympics highlights significant progress in the development of Paralympic sports within the country. This increase reflects not only the high level of athlete preparation but also the support from the state and sports organizations. Crucially, these achievements inspire a new generation of athletes and raise public awareness of the Paralympic movement.