On the fourth day of the Milan-Cortina Winter Paralympics, Morioka Momoka secured a silver medal in the women’s sitting giant slalom event, becoming the first athlete from Japan to achieve a total of 10 Paralympic medals, matching the record held by Kuniko Obinata in winter sports. Despite her remarkable achievement, Morioka expressed relief rather than joy, highlighting her cautious approach to the course due to a recent injury; she had suffered an elbow injury last year and a clavicle fracture in November, which delayed her return to the slopes until February of this year.

Morioka's participation in the competition emphasized the importance of representation and the need for change within the sport, especially as the number of participants in the women’s sitting class was notably low, with only seven athletes competing. Her determination to compete, despite feeling unprepared, stemmed from her desire to send a message about the challenges faced by athletes with disabilities, stating, "I want to change the environment where it’s tough to even reach a competition venue."

While Morioka's silver medal is commendable, she also expressed a sense of dissatisfaction, feeling that she had not fully utilized her skills in the race. She acknowledged the need for more competition and a greater number of athletes in the sport to elevate its profile. Looking ahead, she is eager to compete in the remaining events, seeking to achieve a higher level of performance.