Monika Haukanõmm, the president of the Estonian Paralympic Committee, expressed her views on a recent broadcast about the necessity of boycotting the opening and closing ceremonies of the Milan Cortina Paralympic Games. She argued that it was the right decision to prevent athletes from aggressor countries from participating in international competitions. Haukanõmm emphasized the importance of European sports federations applying pressure on the IPC to alter its policies regarding these athletes, as this issue resonates deeply within the current geopolitical climate.

In the context of the Winter Paralympic Games recently held in Northern Italy, Estonia was represented in the mixed pair wheelchair curling event, where athletes Kätlin Riidebach and Ain Villau finished seventh. While there had been a fair amount of discussion surrounding the performance of Estonian athletes in recent weeks, Haukanõmm suggested that the significance of the Paralympics goes far beyond just the sports results. She emphasized the need for a broader perspective on the games, considering both the athletic and political implications.

Martti Kallas, a reporter for Õhtuleht, was noted as the only journalist from Estonia to attend the event in person. His primary focus was on covering the mixed pair wheelchair curling competition, indicating a dedicated effort to provide coverage of Estonian success at the event. His attendance highlights the importance of media representation in showcasing not only the sports achievements of athletes but also the political context surrounding international events like the Paralympics, particularly amidst ongoing international tensions.