Sergio Froes Ribeiro de Oliva

Started: He began riding in 1989. He took up Para sport in 2002, and started to focus on dressage in 2005. (cpb.org.br, 2019; Facebook page, 23 Aug 2018) Reason: He began riding for therapy but stopped after six months. He returned in 2002, initially combining jumping and dressage. He was introduced to dressage by Brazilian coach Marcela Parsons. "I enjoy dressage, it is challenging, and it is really technical and elegant." (cpb.org.br, 2019; adestramentobrasil.com, 04 Jun 2018; Facebook page, 29 Jul 2016) Ambition: To win gold at the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris. (Instagram profile, 03 Jan 2024) Awards: He was named the Para Equestrian Athlete of the Year in 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2023 by the Brazilian Paralympic Committee [CPB]. (olimpiadatododia.com.br, 13 Dec 2023; cpb.org.br, 01 Oct 2023; momentoequestre.com.br, 05 Dec 2017; paralympic.org, 02 Dec 2016; tjdft.jus.br, 16 Dec 2014) Additional Info: OCCUPATION Since 2003 he has worked at the Court of Justice of the Federal District and Territories [TJDFT] in Brazil. "I always have combined sport with my job. I work in contract management. All my colleagues support me and celebrate my achievements." (tjdft.jus.br, 17 Dec 2023; correiobraziliense.com.br, 23 May 2023; Instagram profile, 06 Aug 2022; g1.globo.com, 17 Aug 2021) FURTHER EDUCATION He has studied for a postgraduate degree in public law. (migalhas.com.br, 13 Jul 2021)