Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy – The People’s Republic of China secured the first-ever gold medal in Paralympic wheelchair curling mixed doubles on March 11, 2026, defeating Team Republic of Korea at the Cortina Curling Olympic Stadium.
China Claims Historic Gold
Jinqiao Yang and Meng Wang of Team People’s Republic of China achieved victory in the gold-medal match. This win adds to China’s existing Paralympic success in wheelchair curling, having previously won gold in the mixed team event at both the 2018 and 2022 Paralympic Winter Games.
Team People’s Republic of China entered the Paralympics with two wheelchair curling teams: a mixed team led by Wang Haitao, and the mixed doubles team of Wang and Yang. Their qualification for the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympics was secured through points earned at the 2023, 2024, and 2025 World Wheelchair Curling Championships.
Looking Ahead
With this victory, China is likely to continue its strong performance in wheelchair curling events. The Republic of Korea, having improved its wheelchair curling program since hosting the Pyeongchang 2018 Paralympic Winter Games, may focus on further developing its mixed doubles team, as What we have is where they have seen the most consistent success.
Frequently Asked Questions
What events is Team People’s Republic of China participating in at the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympics?
Team People’s Republic of China is represented by two wheelchair curling teams: Team Wang (mixed team) and Team Wang/Yang (mixed doubles).
Who are the members of Team Wang?
Team Wang consists of Wang Haitao (SKIP), Chen Jianxin (THIRD), Zhang Mingliang (SECOND), Li Nana (LEAD), and Zhang Qiang (ALTERNATE).
When did China last win a gold medal in wheelchair curling before this event?
China previously won gold in the mixed team event at the 2018 and 2022 Paralympic Winter Games.
What does this victory mean for the future of Paralympic wheelchair curling?
