Australian Paralympian Paige Greco has died aged 28.
She died after experiencing a sudden medical episode at her Adelaide home on Sunday.
Speaking on behalf of her family, Greco’s mother Natalie said: “Paige meant everything to us.
“Her kindness, her determination, and her warmth touched our family every single day.
“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.
“We are grieving deeply and ask for privacy, time, and space to navigate this overwhelming loss.”
Greco has been remembered as one of Australia’s most accomplished Para-cyclists.
She won the nation’s first gold medal at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games with a world-record-breaking performance in the women’s C1-3 3000m individual pursuit.
Greco also claimed bronze medals in the women’s C1-3 road race and time trial.
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