01/10/2026
Para alpine ski racer Corey Peters MNZM has announced his retirement from competitive snow sports, leaving behind an extraordinary legacy as one of New Zealand’s most accomplished winter para athletes.
Two years after sustaining a spinal cord injury in a 2009 motocross accident, Peters took up sit-skiing. He quickly established himself on the world stage and across four Paralympic Winter Games, he captured four Paralympic medals -a silver medal in Giant Slalom at Sochi, a bronze in Downhill at PyeongChang, and a dominant gold in Downhill alongside silver in Super-G at the Beijing 2022 Games. Alongside his Paralympic exploits, Peters won two World Championship victories in Downhill and Super G and five World Championship podiums. He also chalked up an incredible 22 World Cup podiums, seven of which were gold medals.
“The memories, the experiences, the people I’ve met, and the athletes I’ve had the privilege to compete alongside will stay with me forever. The success we achieved together is something I will always hold with pride,” said Peters. “As I step away from competitive racing, I do so with a full heart. I’m excited for what comes next, but I will forever cherish the sport that gave me purpose, identity, and a lifetime of unforgettable moments. Thank you to everyone who has been part of this incredible chapter.”
Snow Sports NZ Para High Performance Programme Manager Jane Stevens said Peters’ legacy was exceptional within the snow sports family. “We at Snow Sports NZ are incredibly proud of all Corey has achieved over his illustrious career. He has inspired a generation of New Zealanders and the world through his dedication and skill, and by producing world leading performances at World Cups, World Championships and the Paralympics. We look forward to his continued influence through the young athletes who will seek to emulate his incredible career.”
