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Australian Paralympic Champion Paige Greco Dies at 28 After Sudden Medical Episode

Authorities confirmed she died from a sudden medical episode at her Adelaide home.

Overview

  • AusCycling and Paralympics Australia said Greco died Sunday at home following a sudden medical episode, with no further public details released.
  • Her mother, Natalie Greco, called her loss overwhelming, praised her kindness and determination, and asked for privacy for the family.
  • Greco won Australia’s first gold of the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics, breaking the world record in the women’s C1–3 3,000m individual pursuit.
  • She also claimed two Tokyo bronzes and accumulated multiple world titles and World Cup medals, including a 2025 World Championship bronze in Belgium.
  • Born with right‑hemiplegic cerebral palsy, she switched from para‑athletics to cycling in 2018 and recently returned to top‑level competition after health setbacks, drawing tributes from national sporting leaders.