Patrícia Sampaio, a judo athlete from Tomar, achieved the bronze medal at the Paris Olympics, representing a significant milestone in her sports career. The athlete reflects on her journey from childhood in the Portuguese city to the Olympic podium.
The athlete reveals she suffers from chronic pain that affects her daily life, describing that she wakes up with so much pain that it takes her a while to get out of bed. This physical condition represents a constant challenge in her preparation and competitive participation.
In addition to chronic pain, Patrícia Sampaio has faced several injuries throughout her career, which has made her sporting journey even more challenging. The athlete also admits to struggling with weight-related issues, highlighting the physical difficulties she faces.
Despite all these obstacles, the judoka remains focused and determined, using mental strength as her main tool to continue her preparation aimed at the Olympic Games in Los Angeles, the next major goal of her career.
