Brazil hosts Copa Rio judo tournament and Atlântico Sertão art exhibition

The 19th edition of the Copa Rio is taking place this weekend at the Riocentro Amphitheater. The judo event features 1,213 athletes from 139 associations across 20 Brazilian states. Notable delegations include Instituto Reação with 140 participants and Umbra – Club de Regatas Vasco da Gama with 91. The competition includes various age categories, with the Cadet class being the largest. Admission to the event is free.

In Salvador, the Museu de Arte da Bahia is hosting the 'Atlântico Sertão' exhibition. Organized by the Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil, the showcase features contemporary works from over 80 artists, primarily from the North and Northeast regions of Brazil. The exhibition uses paintings, sculptures, and installations to explore the Brazilian sertão as a space of resistance and artistic production, addressing themes of colonial violence and human rights. The exhibition remains open to the public until January 29.