Portugal enters the Winter Paralympic Games for the first time in history with the participation of snowboarder Diogo Carmona, who will compete in the banked slalom event in Cortina d’Ampezzo as part of the Milan-Cortina 2026 Games. This historic debut represents a significant personal and sporting milestone for the athlete, who is focused on his technical preparation despite the high level of competition. Carmona acknowledges the challenge of facing experienced rivals, such as Italian Paralympic champion Emanuel Perathoner, but remains hopeful about his performance. The athlete highlights the importance of physical and psychological preparation, as well as adapting to the potentially difficult weather conditions in the mountains. Regardless of the final result, Carmona views this experience as a unique moment that paves the way for future generations of Portuguese winter athletes.