Quick update
Australian para-cyclist Paige Greco has died at the age of 28 after what has been described as a sudden medical episode at her home in Adelaide. The news was shared by national sporting bodies and has left the cycling community and her family reeling.
A champion on and off the bike
Born with cerebral palsy, Greco became a standout in para-cycling. She grabbed headlines at the Tokyo Paralympics by taking gold in the C1-3 3,000-meter individual pursuit and setting a world record in the process. She also returned home with bronze medals in the road race and the time trial. Her rise was rapid: she exploded onto the scene with world records and multiple medals at world championship events shortly after switching to cycling from para-athletics.
Recent form
Greco was still collecting hardware recently — most notably another podium finish at the para-cycling World Championships in Belgium. She remained a familiar figure on the international circuit and a regular medal contender.
What people are saying
Family and officials have spoken about her warmth, determination and the joy she brought to those around her. Leaders from Paralympics Australia and AusCycling praised not just her athletic achievements but the way she made teammates and fans feel included and supported.
Legacy
At 28, Paige had already left a big mark on para-sport: world records, Paralympic gold and a reputation for kindness and quiet grit. She pedaled fast, but it’s the way she lifted people up that many will remember most. Her passing is being felt across the sporting community, and her impact will be carried on by teammates, rivals and fans alike.
Final thoughts
This is a tough one for the cycling world — sudden, sad and surreal. For now, the focus is on supporting her family and celebrating a life that inspired plenty of people to climb back on a bike and try a little harder. Rest easy, Paige.
