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Stolen Stones Won't Halt 2026 Winter Paralympics Curling

3/4/2026

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The 2026 Winter Paralympics in Milano Cortina begin March 6, 2026, with 79 events including wheelchair curling.
Two 42-pound granite curling stones were stolen from the Cortina Curling Stadium, World Curling spokesperson Chris Hamilton confirmed.
Replacement stones have been sourced, and officials say the theft will not impact the competition.
The wheelchair curling competition will run March 6–11, 2026, with 612 athletes from 56 nations.

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The 2026 Winter Paralympics in Milano Cortina begin March 6, 2026, with 79 events including wheelchair curling.
Two 42-pound granite curling stones were stolen from the Cortina Curling Stadium, World Curling spokesperson Chris Hamilton confirmed.
Replacement stones have been sourced, and officials say the theft will not impact the competition.
The wheelchair curling competition will run March 6–11, 2026, with 612 athletes from 56 nations.