Biography
Started: He took up the sport in 2007 in Praia, Cape Verde. (Athlete, 23 Aug 2021)
Reason: He had always liked sports and found that he was good at athletics. (Athlete, 23 Aug 2021)
Awards: He and fellow athletics competitor Heidilene Patricia Oliveira Lopes were Cape Verde's flag bearers at the opening ceremony of the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris. (medias.paris2024.org, 28 Aug 2024)
Additional Info: FURTHER EDUCATION
He studied industrial mechatronics between 2020 and 2023. (Facebook profile, 11 Aug 2024)
Frequently Asked Questions
Personal Details
GenderMale
Birth DateMarch 9, 1989
OccupationAthlete, Technician
EducationComputer Engineering - Jean Piaget University of Cape Verde, Praia, CPV
Languages SpokenCreole, English, French, Portuguese, Spanish
CoachPaulo Tavares; Mariela Pita
Highlights
| Rank | Event | Year | Location | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paralympic Games | ||||
| 10 | Javelin Throw - F57 | 2020 | Tokyo, JPN | 33.07 |
| World Championships | ||||
| 10 | Javelin Throw - F57 | 2023 | Paris, FRA | 38.20 |
Connect
