Brazil announces 82 athletes for South American championships

The Brazilian Athletics Confederation (CBAt) has announced the call-up of 82 athletes for two South American championships scheduled for late 2026.

A total of 67 athletes will participate in the South American U18 Athletics Championship, held from December 11 to 13 in Cuenca, Ecuador. This delegation includes 32 women and 35 men. Notable participants include Pyetro Henrico Roberto Souza, a shot putter with the third-best world mark in his category, and Ana Júlia Souza de Oliveira, a multi-gold medalist. Athletes from the São Paulo Athletics Federation (FPA) represent nearly 30% of the total Brazilian delegation.

Additionally, 15 athletes have been selected for the South American Road Running and Marathon Championship, taking place on November 15 in Santiago, Chile. Among the road runners is Fábio Jesus Correia, who recently recorded a marathon time of 2:10:46.