Portugal at the 2008 Summer Paralympics
Portugal competed at the 2008 Summer Paralympics in Beijing. The country participated with 35 competitors in seven sports. Medalists Athletics Men Women Boccia Four gold medalists from the 2004 Games—João Paulo Fernandes, Cristina Gonçalves, António Marques and Fernando Ferreira—returned to compete in Beijing. The boccia national team's coach is Helena Bastos. Portugal was expected to be a strong contender in this sport as it is regarded as one of the most successful countries ever. Cycling Men Equestrian Rowing Swimming Men Women Sailing See also Portugal at the Paralympics Portugal at the 2008 Summer Olympics References External links Beijing 2008 Paralympic Games Official Site International Paralympic Committee Nations at the 2008 Summer Paralympics 2008 Paralympics