Portugal has a strong sports tradition, especially in soccer where Cristiano Ronaldo hails from Madeira. João Rodrigues will represent Portugal at the 2016 Rio Olympics, marking the country's 7th consecutive Olympic participation. Several Portuguese athletes have found success in the Olympics, including Naíde Gomes winning gold in taekwondo in 2008 and Telma Monteiro being a 4 time European judo champion. Portugal also has a strong surfing and sailing tradition as they prepare for the 2016 Rio Olympics.