Brazilian duo finishes 21st in team event in cross-country skiing
Brazilian skiers Bruna Moura and Eduarda Ribera placed 21st in the women's team sprint event at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, marking Brazil's best performance in this event.
Brazilian skiers Bruna Moura and Eduarda Ribera concluded their participation in the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics with a noteworthy 21st place finish in the women's team sprint event at the Tesero Cross-Country Skiing Stadium. This performance signifies Brazil's best outcome in this particular event, especially compared to their previous outing at the Beijing 2022 Olympics, where they placed 23rd. The top 15 teams advance to the finals, meaning the duo fell short of qualifying, but their placement is being recognized as a significant achievement.
Bruna Moura expressed pride in their performance, stating that their 21st place is the highest Brazil has ever achieved in this relay event. She highlighted the challenge of competing at such a high level, yet emphasized the enjoyment they felt during the race. The pair completed the course in a combined time of 7 minutes and 37.26 seconds, which was 22.95 seconds shy of the qualifying zone for the finals. Both skiers reflected positively on their experience, framing their performance as a successful representation of Brazil on the Olympic stage.
Eduarda Ribera also conveyed her happiness about their placement and the opportunity to represent Brazil once again at the Olympics. She described the experience of competing in the team event as memorable and fulfilling. The enthusiasm and pride exhibited by both athletes reflect a meaningful development for Brazilian winter sports, as they continue to make strides on the international stage despite competing in a predominantly summer-oriented sports culture.