The Duke of Edinburgh has despatched a message of encouragement to
Britain’s Paralympic athletes as they put together to compete on the
Winter Games in Italy.
Prince Edward, who has served as patron of the British
Paralympic Association for greater than 20 years, wished Team GB
luck forward of the 2026 Winter Paralympics.
In a video message, the Duke mentioned he hoped the staff would comply with
the instance set by the Olympic athletes and impress audiences with
their performances.
“I simply wished to want you all the perfect for the forthcoming
Games in Italy,” he mentioned. “I hope that, each typically and in your
particular person competitions, you have a incredible expertise.
“The Olympic staff shocked so many people, and I do know that
you’re going to go on the market and shock many as properly. You’re
going to find a way to present them precisely what you can do.
“So good luck, have enjoyable, and nevertheless you’re concerned within the
staff, I hope you actually benefit from the expertise.”
The Duke travelled to Italy through the latest Olympic Games,
the place he joined celebrations after Britain secured its first gold
medal of the competitors. Snowboarder Charlotte Bankes and teammate
Huw Nightingale claimed the nation’s opening victory, prompting
scenes of celebration among the many British contingent.
Edward has lengthy been a supporter of Paralympic sport and
ceaselessly attends occasions involving British athletes. As patron of
the British Paralympic Association since 2003, he has performed a
seen position in selling the motion and championing the
achievements of rivals on the world stage.
The Milan–Cortina Paralympic Winter Games will see athletes from
the world over compete in a variety of winter disciplines, with
Britain hoping to construct on its latest successes at each Olympic and
Paralympic degree.
