Jesper Pedersen: Where Para Sport Meets Unmatched Attacking Viking Excellence

Jesper Pedersen is one of the most extraordinary athletes in para-alpine skiing - and he just got his first Paralympic Gold Medal in Milano Cortina. A competitor whose story goes far beyond the medals and the records. Born with spina bifida and paralyzed from the waist down, Jesper was first introduced to the slopes at just two years old, sitting on his father’s lap. That early spark ignited a journey filled with resilience, drive, and an unshakeable sense of possibility. Jesper speaks about the moments that defined his ascent: from becoming the most decorated male para-alpine skier at a single Paralympics, to winning seven consecutive overall World Cup titles, to facing personal heartbreak and channeling it into strength. Jesper opens up about the impact of his father and what it takes to remain at the top in a sport that demands everything. But this episode is also about using his platform to break down barriers, inspire others, and push for a more inclusive world. Alpine Pulse is a FIS Originals production by FIS – International Ski and Snowboard Federation in cooperation with Maniac Studios.