Audrey Pascual Seco’s Golden Run at the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympics
Spanish para-alpine skier Audrey Pascual Seco has captivated the world at the 2026 Winter Paralympic Games in Milano Cortina, securing two gold medals and a silver medal in her Paralympic debut. Her performance marks a significant milestone for Spain, delivering their first Winter Paralympic gold since 2014 and the first by a woman since 1998.
Early Successes and World Cup Dominance
Prior to the Paralympics, Pascual Seco demonstrated her prowess on the FIS Para Alpine Ski World Cup circuit, earning 10 gold, six silver, and one bronze medal. She also secured crystal globes in the downhill, Super-G, and giant slalom during the 2025–26 season, finishing just 20 points behind Germany’s Anna-Lena Forster for the overall crystal globe. Paralympic.org
Paralympic Medal Haul
Pascual Seco’s Paralympic journey began with a silver medal in the downhill sitting event on March 1st, with a time of 1:25.84. Paralympic.org She quickly followed this with a gold medal in the super-G sitting event on March 3rd, finishing with a time of 1:17.82. Paralympic.org She continued her success, winning a second gold medal on March 10th. Olympics.com
Flag Bearer and Personal Story
Adding to her achievements, Pascual Seco was honored as the flag bearer for Spain during the 2026 Winter Paralympics Parade of Nations. Wikipedia Born on October 15, 2004, Pascual Seco was born with bilateral tibial agenesis and underwent bilateral above-the-knee amputations. Wikipedia
Previous Achievements
Before her Paralympic success, Pascual Seco showcased her talent at the 2025 Winter World University Games, winning a gold medal in the Super-G with a time of 1:15.87 and a silver medal in the giant slalom sitting events. Wikipedia She also secured a silver medal in the slalom sitting event at the 2025 World Para Alpine Skiing Championships. Wikipedia
Looking Ahead
Audrey Pascual Seco’s remarkable performance at the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games has established her as a leading figure in para-alpine skiing. Her dedication and success serve as an inspiration, and her future in the sport promises continued achievements.