China strengthened its position at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Paralympics on Sunday, securing four gold and two silver medals in para biathlon events. The victories highlight the nation's growing prowess in winter adaptive sports, with athletes delivering precision performances across multiple categories.
Liu Zixu set the tone in the men's individual sitting competition, achieving a flawless shooting record to claim gold in 34:38.1. Mao Zhongwu joined him on the podium with silver, while 25-year-old Cai Jiayun made history as the first Chinese athlete to win two golds at this Games edition, triumphing in the standing category with a time of 30:24.1.
Visually impaired athletes showcased particular dominance. Wang Yue and guide Chen Guoming extended their winning streak from Saturday's sprint event, securing another gold in the women's 12.5km race (34:57.9). The men's equivalent saw Dang Hesong and guide Lu Hongda top the podium in 31:31.9.
Zhao Zhiqing added to China's medal haul with silver in women's standing biathlon. The team's success comes amid challenging conditions, with athletes navigating four shooting stages and 12.5km ski routes where each missed target added a one-minute penalty.
