Biography
Started: She took up the sport in 2022. (Paralimpicos Portugal YouTube channel, 20 Nov 2023)
Reason: She previously played boccia as a hobby. She discovered shooting Para sport on the internet while researching sports she could practise. "I tried it out and liked it. It was love at first sight. I don't know how to explain it. It's such a good feeling. I held a gun for the first time and I immediately liked it." (Paralimpicos Portugal YouTube channel, 20 Nov 2023)
Awards: She and swimmer Diogo Cancela were Portugal's flag bearers at the opening ceremony of the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris. (medias.paris2024.org, 28 Aug 2024)
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Personal Details
GenderFemale
Birth DateJune 23, 2000
EducationMultimedia - Higher School of Social Communication, Lisbon, POR
Languages SpokenPortuguese
CoachFrancisco Silva [national]
Highlights
| Rank | Event | Year | Location | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| European Championships | ||||
| 5 | R5 - 10m Air Rifle Prone SH2 | 2024 | Granada, ESP | 190.4 |
