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ParalympicsGB Picks Fitzpatrick and Meenagh as Co-Flagbearers for Milano Cortina 2026

A 25-athlete squad looks to build on Britain’s recent Winter Olympics success.

Overview

  • Menna Fitzpatrick and Scott Meenagh were chosen by their ParalympicsGB team-mates to carry the flag.
  • Neither athlete will attend the March 6 opening ceremony in Verona because they compete the following day, though both will appear via a video sequence during the parade.
  • Fitzpatrick enters her third Games as Great Britain’s most decorated Winter Paralympian with six medals.
  • Meenagh, a Para Nordic skier, is set for his third Paralympic appearance after being selected to share the honour.
  • ParalympicsGB is sending 25 athletes across Para alpine skiing, Para Nordic skiing, Para snowboard and wheelchair curling.