With just over a hundred days to go until the Milan Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games—the opening ceremony is scheduled for March 6—there's growing interest in an event that brings with it both sporting anticipation and a powerful message of inclusion. In this spirit of anticipation, OMEGA, the Official Timekeeper of the event, has chosen to present a special Speedmaster 38 mm model, designed as a tribute to the countdown that will accompany spectators, organizers, and athletes until the start of the competitions.
OMEGA's partnership with the Paralympic world, consolidated since its first timekeeping assignment in 1992, translates into an ongoing commitment to precision and innovation. For Milan Cortina 2026, the Swiss brand will once again be responsible for managing the times in all disciplines on the winter program. This role requires absolute reliability, especially in the decisive moments of the race, where every hundredth of a second can become history.
The new Speedmaster Milano Cortina 2026 fits into this journey with an aesthetic that evokes the spirit of the Games. The 38 mm polished stainless steel case pairs with a deep blue ceramic bezel, featuring a white enamel tachymeter scale.
A combination designed to evoke the cold, clear atmospheres typical of the landscapes that will host the Paralympic events.
The dial, entirely lacquered in white, introduces a texture reminiscent of icy surfaces, with a blue effect inspired by the "26" in the official logo of Milano Cortina 2026. Inside, the three subdials feature an "azurage" finish, whose regular lines evoke a freshly groomed ski slope. The date window, positioned at 6 o'clock, also features typography dedicated to the event.
While incorporating some of the aesthetic codes of the Speedmaster 38 mm created for the Olympic Games, this version stands out for a series of exclusive details: the case back embellished with the printed medallion of the Paralympic Winter Games and the central seconds hand featuring a gradation in shades of red, blue and green, a clear reference to the colours of the competition's official logo.
The watch is presented on a polished and satin-brushed stainless steel bracelet, featuring OMEGA's patented comfort adjustment system, which allows for quick adjustments and a more precise fit. Powering the model is the self-winding Co-Axial calibre 3330, designed for ultra-high precision and a 52-hour power reserve—a combination that reflects the determination and energy of the Paralympic athletes during their months of preparation.
With the launch of this Speedmaster, OMEGA reaffirms its connection to major international sporting events and celebrates the symbolic 100 days to the Paralympic Games in Cortina . This moment not only marks the approach of the competition, but also draws attention to the value of a sport capable of uniting, telling stories of achievement and bringing the excellence of Paralympic athletes to the world stage.
