Brazil achieves multi-sport success at South American Games 2026

Brazil achieved significant success across multiple disciplines at the 2026 South American Games in Santa Fe, Argentina.

In rhythmic gymnastics, the Brazilian women's group—comprising Duda Arakaki, Nicole Pircio, Mariane Gonçalves, Julia Kurinczi, Renata Diniz, and Sofia Madeira—secured three gold medals. The team set a new record with a score of 29.500 in the 3 hoops + 2 clubs final, following their previous world championship success.

The Brazilian boxing delegation recorded its best performance in the competition's history, earning ten medals in total: six gold, two silver, and two bronze. Notable gold medalists include Wanderley Pereira, who secured his second consecutive South American title, and Yuri Falcão, who won the 65kg category.

In athletics, the Esporte Clube Pinheiros delegation played a major role, providing 23 of the 56 athletes in the Brazilian squad. High-profile competitors include world record holder Alison dos Santos, participating in the 400m sprints, and shot putter Welington Silva Morais.