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Today at the games: a day defined by resilience in Snowboard Cross and Biathlon

It was a day defined by resilience for the GB Snowsport team at the Paralympic Winter Games, as athletes competed across Snowboard Cross (Upper Limb) and Para Biathlon Individual (Sitting).

Barnes-Miller reaches Snowboard Cross quarter-finals while Zyw makes history

It was a tough fight for James Barnes-Miller in the Snowboard Cross (Upper Limb), where he battled through the fast-paced head-to-head races. In the tightly contested quarter-finals Barnes-Miller crashed out while fighting for a qualification spot. Snowboard Cross is renowned for its thrilling close contact and fine margins; however, Barnes-Miller just fell the wrong side of the margin today.

Meanwhile, Davy Zyw furhter cemented his status as a Paralympian, making history as the first Paralympian to compete with Motor Neurone Disease (MND). His presence on the start line of the Snowboard Cross marks an extraordinary milestone and powerful message on the world stage.

The Para Snowboard team will now look ahead to the Banked Slalom, where they will return the start gate on the penultimate day of the Games.

Meenagh battles through Biathlon Individual

Scott Meenagh finished in 18th place after a demanding race in the Biathlon Individual (Sitting). The event combines endurance skiing with the precision of shooting, making it one of the most physical endurance events on the Paralympic programme. Despite receiving a time penalty in the shooting, Meenagh fought hard throughout the race, continuing to show the tenacity that has defined his journey. With plenty more races still to come for Scott, he will take these lessons and prepare for his next battle on Wednesday.