Latvia's wheelchair curling team achieved a remarkable feat by securing a bronze medal at the Paralympic Games, a significant accomplishment given the numerous challenges they faced regarding support and funding. Following their victory at the World Championships in 2023, where they claimed a historic gold medal in mixed pairs, there was a wave of optimism and promises of support for the team; however, reality proved to be quite different. As highlighted by athlete Rožkova, after the world championship victory and before the Milan-Cortina games, the team found themselves in a challenging situation as the support they were promised did not materialize.

The lack of funding was particularly stark as before the Paralympic Games in 2022, athletes experienced cuts in salaries and training funding, which is a critical component for their preparation and overall performance. Anticipating to represent Latvia on an esteemed platform like the Paralympics, the athletes were disheartened to find that, rather than increased support, they faced a withdrawal of essential training resources. In fact, they experienced six months without salaries, insurance, or the necessary basics of support leading up to the competitions, and the discontinuation of paid training sessions exacerbated their difficulties.

Despite these setbacks, Rožkova and teammate Lasmans have continued to persevere and compete at the highest levels, reflecting their resilience and dedication to the sport. However, their success raises important questions about the sustainability and future of parasports in Latvia, as the lack of financial and institutional commitment from authorities poses threats to the athletes' ability to progress and achieve even higher accolades in the future.