Margarida Lapa guaranteed Portugal's first spot at the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympic Games. The Portuguese shooter finished in 11th place in the mixed R5 air rifle SH2 event during the World Championships held in South Korea.
This result allowed Portugal to secure the first qualification for the next Paralympic Games. The competition took place abroad and involved athletes from various nations.
Margarida Lapa competes in the SH2 category, which is for athletes with upper limb disabilities. Her performance at the World Championships was sufficient to guarantee the Portuguese spot for Los Angeles 2028.
Portugal thus adds its first classified athlete for the Paralympic Games that will be held in Los Angeles in four years. The athlete demonstrated competence in the air rifle discipline to achieve this qualification.
