The Minister of Education, Vocational Training and Sports, Milagros Tolón, has presided at the headquarters of Consejo Superior de Deportes (CSD) the official reception of the Spanish delegation of the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Paralympic GamesThe national team returns from Italy having exceeded sporting expectations with a haul of four medals and an Olympic diploma.
Sporting milestone: Audrey Pascual's historic debut
During the event held at the Samaranch RoomThe minister highlighted the exceptional performance of the young athlete from Madrid. Audrey Pascualwho has led the national medal count with two golds, one silver, and one bronze. According to Milagros TolónThis performance represents "probably one of the best debuts of any Spanish athlete in a Winter, Summer, Paralympic or Olympic Games".
The success of the #TeamSpain, which has placed the country in fifteenth position globally, has been supported by the talent of a multidisciplinary team also composed of Alejandra Requesens, Victoria Ibáñez, María Martín-Granizo, Iraide Rodríguez, Javier Marcos, Emilio Redondo e Higinio Rivera.
| Category / Athlete | Achievement / Medals | Medal Table Position |
|---|---|---|
| Audrey Pascual | 2 Golds, 1 Silver, 1 Bronze | Delegation leader |
| Spanish Delegation | 4 Medals and 1 Diploma | 15st |
| Games Venue | Milán-Cortina 2026 | Winter Event |
A model of professional integration and management
President CSD, José Manuel Rodríguez UribesHe emphasized that these results are not due to chance, but to the professional structure of the Comité Paralímpico Español (CPEThe current Olympic cycle has culminated in fundamental social milestones, among which the following stand out:
- Structural integration: Incorporation of Paralympic athletes into single-sport federations.
- Economic parity: Equality in medal prizes between Olympic and Paralympic athletes.
- International recognition: Consolidation of Spain as a professional and sporting benchmark on a global scale.
For its part, Alberto Durán, Chairman of the CPE, and May Peus, President of the Real Federación Española de Deportes de Invierno (RFEDIThey agreed on the importance of sponsors and federation support in achieving these goals. Looking to the future, the focus is on... French Alps Winter Games 2030, with the ambition of fielding a larger team.
Institutional agenda at the highest level
The recognition event has enjoyed strong institutional support. Prior to the ceremony at the CSDThe athletes were welcomed by Their Majesties the Kings at the La Zarzuela PalaceFinally, the president of Corporate, Pedro Sánchez, will receive the delegation in the Moncloa complex, reaffirming the State's commitment to inclusive sport.
Key points and frequently asked questions about Milan-Cortina 2026
How many medals has Spain won at these Games?
The Spanish delegation has achieved a total of 4 medals (2 gold, 1 silver and 1 bronze), all obtained by the athlete Audrey Pascual, in addition to an Olympic diploma.
What position does Spain occupy in the Winter Paralympic medal table?
Thanks to the results obtained in Italian territory, the #TeamSpain has ended in the fifteenth position of the global medal count.
What social advances have been highlighted in this cycle?
The emphasis has been placed on final integration of athletes in single-sport federations and the full equalization of awards financial compensation for each medal won.
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