Paralympic Gold Medalist Paige Greco Dies at 28 Following ‘Sudden Medical Episode’ at Home: ‘An Overwhelming Loss’

Australian Paralympic cyclist Paige Greco, a celebrated gold medalist, has died at the age of 28.

AusCycling confirmed her passing on Monday, announcing that Greco experienced a “sudden medical episode” at her home in Adelaide on Sunday.

Her mother, Natalie Greco, shared a deeply emotional tribute through the organization.

“Paige meant everything to us. Her kindness, her determination, and her warmth touched our family every single day,” she said. “She brought so much joy and pride into our lives, and the pain of her passing is something we will carry forever.”

Natalie added that the family remains “incredibly proud of the person she was and the way she represented Australia,” even as they grieve.

“As a family, we are deeply grateful for the support shown by so many people connected to Paige, including her teammates and friends,” she continued. “Paige cherished the connections she made through her sport, and we take comfort in knowing how widely she was loved. We are grieving deeply and ask for privacy, time and space to navigate this overwhelming loss.”

Born with cerebral palsy, Greco first competed in para-athletics before transitioning to cycling in 2018. She quickly rose to international prominence, securing multiple major honors for Australia.

She claimed the nation’s first gold medal of the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games with her victory in the Women’s C1–3 3000m Individual Pursuit. Greco also earned bronze medals in the Women’s C1–3 Road Race and Time Trial. Over the years, she continued to excel on the world stage with World Championship titles and World Cup podium finishes, including a bronze medal at the 2025 World Championships in the Road Race.

AusCycling CEO Marne Fechner said the organization is “heartbroken” by her loss.

“Paige was an extraordinary athlete who achieved outstanding accomplishments at the highest levels of our sport,” Fechner said. “Much more than that, she touched the lives of everyone around her with her positive spirit and courageous outlook.”

Cameron Murray, Chief Executive Officer of Paralympics Australia, echoed the sentiment, calling her “a remarkable person” whose commitment and composure earned admiration both on and off the track.

“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,” Murray said.