Brazilian Judoka Willians Araújo Wins Gold in Baku and Dedicates Victory to Late Coach

Brazilian Paralympic judoka Willians Araújo delivered an emotional and dominant performance to capture gold in the +100kg category at the IBSA Judo Grand Prix in Baku, Azerbaijan, this past weekend. The win marked his first major international title since the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics and came just months after the passing of his longtime coach and … Ler mais

Brazil to Host 2026 World Athletics U20 Championships in Rio de Janeiro

The World Athletics Council has officially selected Rio de Janeiro as the host city for the 2026 World Athletics U20 Championships, marking the first time that Brazil will organize this prestigious global track and field event. The announcement was made during the 2024 World Athletics General Assembly, sparking celebration across Brazil’s athletic community and sports … Ler mais

Brazilian Swimmer Carol Santiago Becomes First Visually Impaired Athlete to Win Gold in Mixed Event at World Series

Brazilian Paralympic swimmer Carol Santiago made history this week by becoming the first visually impaired athlete to win a gold medal in a mixed-class international swimming event at the World Para Swimming World Series held in Berlin. The victory not only reaffirmed her dominance in the pool but also broke barriers by challenging how classification … Ler mais

Brazilian U-17 Women’s Football Team Advances to South American Final with Record-Breaking Win

The Brazilian U-17 Women’s National Football Team has qualified for the final of the 2024 South American Championship (CONMEBOL Sub-17 Feminino) after delivering a record-breaking 8–0 victory over Ecuador in the semifinal, held this week in Luque, Paraguay. The dominant win not only secures Brazil’s place in the final but also guarantees their spot in … Ler mais

Brazilian Paralympic Athletes Featured in Powerful New Docuseries “Real Champions”

A groundbreaking new docuseries titled “Real Champions” is bringing the untold stories of Brazilian Paralympic athletes to screens nationwide, offering an unfiltered look into the personal, emotional, and physical journeys behind their medals. The series, produced by a collaboration between the Brazilian Paralympic Committee (CPB) and TV Brasil, premiered its first episodes this month and … Ler mais

Brazilian Paralympic Committee Launches New Campaign to Promote Women’s Participation in Adaptive Sports

The Brazilian Paralympic Committee (CPB) has launched a groundbreaking new campaign titled “She Belongs”, aiming to boost female participation in adaptive sports across the country. The initiative, announced at a special event in São Paulo, seeks to address long-standing gender disparities and empower a new generation of women athletes with disabilities. The campaign comes at … Ler mais

Vini Jr., Rafaela Silva, and Medina Inspire Youth Through “Real-Life Stories” Project

In a groundbreaking educational initiative, Brazilian sports icons Vinícius Júnior, Rafaela Silva, and Gabriel Medina are bringing their real-life journeys of perseverance and triumph to classrooms across the country. The project, titled “Real-Life Stories”, seeks to foster literacy, resilience, and hope among children by transforming the true stories of these athletes into inspiring children’s books. … Ler mais

Brazil’s Record Medal Haul at Paris 2024 Paralympic Games Marks a New Era of Dominance

The Brazilian Paralympic team closed the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games with a historic record medal haul, securing the nation’s place among the elite powers of Paralympic sport. Brazil finished fifth overall in the medal standings, collecting an unprecedented 89 medals — a feat that not only highlights the depth of talent but also reflects the … Ler mais

Brazilian Football Federation Confirms São Paulo as Host for World Cup Qualifier Against Paraguay

The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) has officially announced that the Neo Química Arena in São Paulo will host Brazil’s upcoming 2026 World Cup Qualifier against Paraguay, scheduled for September 2025. This strategic choice highlights São Paulo’s pivotal role in Brazil’s football ecosystem and the CBF’s plan to rebuild momentum after recent qualification struggles. The match … Ler mais

Brazilian Paralympic Football 5-a-Side Team Loses Gold Medal Match to Argentina at Paris 2024

For the first time in recent history, the Brazilian Paralympic 5-a-side football team — considered one of the most dominant forces in the sport — fell short of claiming gold, losing the final match to Argentina at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. The dramatic match, decided on penalties after a tense draw, ended Brazil’s streak … Ler mais