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 success of years of strategic investment in adaptive sports development.

With 25 golds, 36 silvers, and 28 bronzes, Brazil exceeded its ambitious pre-Games goals and set the tone for future generations of athletes.

The foundation for this success was laid years ago through a combination of government policies, private sponsorships, and the tireless efforts of the Brazilian Paralympic Committee (CPB).

Key components of the strategy included:

• Creation of the Paralympic Training Center in São Paulo, a world-class facility opened after the Rio 2016 Games.
• Expanded scouting programs targeting athletes in underserved and rural communities.
• Increased financial support for Paralympic athletes through scholarships and stipends.
• Partnerships with international coaching and sports science institutions to enhance training methodologies.

CPB President Mizael Conrado praised the collective effort:

“This is not just the work of one cycle. It’s the product of two decades of building, believing, and investing in dreams that once seemed impossible.”

Brazil’s medals came across a wide range of sports, demonstrating versatility and depth. Highlights included:

• Carol Santiago dominated the pool with multiple gold medals in S12 category events.
• Gabriel Geraldo and Talisson Glock added to Brazil’s medal count with strong performances in freestyle and medley events.

• Yeltsin Jacques captured hearts with his golds in T11 middle-distance races.
• Beth Gomes shattered world records in discus throw, reinforcing Brazil’s dominance in field events.

• The men’s team returned to the final, securing a silver medal after a dramatic tournament, reaffirming their global stature.

• Brazil continued its strong tradition in Paralympic judo, while the women’s sitting volleyball team clinched a historic bronze.

The breadth of Brazil’s achievements is a testament to the country’s evolution into a true multi-sport Paralympic nation.

Interest in the Paralympic Games reached record levels in Brazil:

• Television viewership for Paralympic events surpassed even Olympic broadcasts in several time slots.
• Social media engagement around Brazilian Paralympians exploded, with athletes gaining millions of followers during the Games.
• Public schools and community centers across Brazil organized viewing parties and educational projects to celebrate the athletes’ journeys.

The visibility and acceptance of Paralympic sport as central to Brazilian sporting culture have never been stronger.

With Paris 2024 marking a watershed moment, Brazil is setting its sights on even greater heights at the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympic Games. Plans include:

• Building two new regional Paralympic training hubs in the North and Northeast regions of Brazil.
• Expanding athlete scouting and development programs to indigenous and remote communities.
• Strengthening partnerships with major sponsors to provide sustainable funding through 2032.

Brazil also aims to become a global leader in Paralympic research and technology, investing in biomechanics labs and innovation centers.

Brazil’s record-breaking Paralympic campaign at Paris 2024 signals not the peak, but the dawn of a new era. An era where Brazilian Paralympic athletes are not just competitive — they are dominant, inspirational, and central to the nation’s sports identity.

The seeds planted decades ago have blossomed into a vibrant, powerful movement — one that continues to break barriers, build dreams, and redefine what is possible.