Japan's Momoka Muraoka claimed silver in the women's super-G sitting event at the Milano-Cortina 2026 Paralympics, delivering a strong performance despite pre-race nerves.
The experienced Japanese para-alpine skier secured her place on the podium in the women's super-G sitting category, adding another medal to her impressive Paralympic career. Speaking after the race, Muraoka expressed relief and joy at completing the challenging course successfully.
"I was full of anxiety, but I'm happy I made it to the finish safely," Muraoka said following her silver medal run. The comment reflects the mental challenge athletes face in high-speed technical disciplines like super-G, where speeds can exceed 100 km/h and course conditions require split-second decision-making.
Muraoka's Paralympic Legacy
Momoka Muraoka has established herself as one of Japan's most successful Paralympic alpine skiers. Her silver medal in Milano-Cortina continues a tradition of excellence in para-alpine skiing for the Japanese team. The sitting category is contested by athletes with lower limb impairments who compete using specialized sit-skis.
Super-G, or super giant slalom, combines the speed of downhill with the technical turns of giant slalom, making it one of the most demanding disciplines in alpine skiing. Athletes must balance aggressive speed with precise line selection through the gate combinations.
Milano-Cortina 2026 Paralympics
The Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Paralympics are utilizing venues across northern Italy, with alpine events taking place in the Dolomites region. The Games represent a major milestone for para-winter sports, showcasing the world's best adaptive athletes competing at the highest level.
NHK is providing comprehensive coverage of Japanese athletes at the Paralympics, broadcasting live on terrestrial television and streaming platforms. The broadcaster's commitment to Paralympic coverage helps raise the profile of para-sports in Japan and beyond.
