The Latvian wheelchair curling team faced a challenging start at the mixed team event of the Paralympic Games held in Milan and Cortina. In their opening match, they lost significantly to South Korea, finishing with a score of 2-10. This defeat set a tough tone for the team, which consists of players Elija Asniņa, Linda Meijere, Adelaida Killiana, Ojārs Briedis, and Sergejs Djačenko. However, they managed to bounce back in their second match, achieving a convincing 9-0 victory against Slovakia, a performance that restored some optimism within the team. The competition format at the Paralympic Games is intense, with only four out of ten teams advancing to the semifinals, emphasizing the importance of upcoming matches. Latvia's next game is against Sweden, with additional significant matchups lined up against countries like Canada, the USA, China, Norway, Great Britain, and Italy. The team's performance in these games will be critical in determining their progression in the tournament, as they aim to secure a position in the semifinals. The Paralympic Games in Milan and Cortina are set to run until March 15, with matches being broadcast live by the LTV7 television channel. This provides fans with the opportunity to follow the performances of their national team closely as they compete on the international stage, reflecting both the skills of the athletes and the growing visibility of wheelchair curling in Latvia.