Paralympic gold medallist Paige Greco dies after sudden medical episode at Adelaide home

Paralympic gold medallist Paige Greco has died following a “sudden medical episode” in her Adelaide home.

Greco, 28, won a gold medal at the Tokyo Games in the Women’s C1-3 Individual Pursuit in 2021. She also won two bronze medals in the Women’s C1-3 Road Race and Time Trial.

She claimed multiple gold medals at the 2019 Para-Cycling Track Worlds, where she set three world records in one day.

Her family said Greco, who had cerebral palsy, brought “so much joy” into their lives.

“Paige meant everything to us. Her kindness, her determination and her warmth touched our family every single day,” her mother Natalie Greco said in a statement.

“She brought so much joy and pride into our lives, and the pain of her passing is something we will carry forever.

“While we are devastated by her loss, we are incredibly proud of the person she was and the way she represented Australia.

“As a family, we are deeply grateful for the support shown by so many people connected to Paige, including her teammates and friends. Paige cherished the connections she made through her sport, and we take comfort in knowing how widely she was loved.”

Paralympics Australia chief executive officer Cameron Murray said Greco’s death was devastating, describing her as among the brightest para-sport stars in the nation.

“Paige was an extraordinary athlete but more importantly, a remarkable person,” Murray said.

“As a Paralympian, Paige represented Australia with a level of commitment and composure that earned the admiration of everyone who had the privilege to watch her compete or to work alongside her.

“Her achievements on the international stage were exceptional.

“But it was her kindness, her quiet determination and the way she uplifted people around her that will stay with us all.”

With AAP