Sweden’s Paralympic Team: A Surge in Athletes and a Legacy of Inspiration
Sweden is sending a team of 13 athletes to the Paralympic Winter Games in Milan Cortina, Italy, from March 6th to 15th. This represents a significant increase in participation, with a 40% rise in athletes compared to the 2022 Beijing Paralympics.
A Blend of Experience and New Talent
The Swedish squad features a compelling mix of seasoned Paralympians and exciting newcomers. According to team manager Niclas Grön, the team successfully retained all athletes from the 2022 games while welcoming four debutants. This balance of experience and fresh energy is expected to be a key strength for the team.
Elijah Primak: A Late Addition with a Promising Future
Among the debutants is 25-year-ancient sit-ski racer Elijah Primak from Sundsvall. Primak earned his spot on the team through strong performances, including two FIS competition wins after the new year. Grön emphasized that Primak “really earned this place,” highlighting the competitive nature of qualifying for the Paralympics. Primak himself described the moment he found out as “completely crazy” and “unbelievable.”
Sport Representation and Historical Significance
Sweden will be represented in three sports: wheelchair curling (5 athletes), alpine skiing (4 athletes), and cross-country skiing/biathlon (4 athletes). This marks the largest representation in individual sports since the 1998 Nagano Paralympics. The 2026 games similarly hold historical significance as they mark the 50th anniversary of the first Winter Paralympics, which were held in Örnsköldsvik, Sweden.
Building on Past Success
The Swedish team will be looking to build on their success at the 2022 Beijing Paralympics, where they secured seven medals, including three each for Ebba Årsjö and Zebastian Modin, and a silver medal in wheelchair curling for the Petersson-Dahl team.
The Swedish Paralympic Team Roster
- Ebba Årsjö, alpine skiing
- Aaron Lindström, alpine skiing
- Arvid Skoglund, alpine skiing
- Elijah Primak, alpine skiing
- Arnt-Christian Furuberg, cross-country skiing
- Zebastian Modin, cross-country skiing/biathlon
- Ellen Westerlund, cross-country skiing
- Alice Morelius, cross-country skiing
- Viljo Petersson Dahl, wheelchair curling
- Kristina Ulander, wheelchair curling
- Ronny Persson, wheelchair curling
- Sabina Johansson, wheelchair curling
- Marcus Holm, wheelchair curling
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FAQ
Q: When and where are the 2026 Paralympics being held?
A: The Paralympic Winter Games will be held in Milan Cortina, Italy, from March 6th to 15th, 2026.
Q: How many athletes are on the Swedish Paralympic team?
A: The Swedish team consists of 13 athletes and one guide.
Q: Which sports will Sweden be represented in?
A: Sweden will compete in wheelchair curling, alpine skiing, and cross-country skiing/biathlon.
Q: Who is Elijah Primak?
A: Elijah Primak is a 25-year-old sit-ski racer making his Paralympic debut.
Q: What was Sweden’s medal count at the 2022 Paralympics?
A: Sweden won seven medals at the 2022 Beijing Paralympics.
Did you grasp? The first Winter Paralympics were held in Sweden 50 years ago, marking a pivotal moment in the history of para-sport.
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