Sandra Emília Melocchi wins two gold medals in figure skating

Figure skater Sandra Emília Melocchi won two gold medals at the 4th Catarinense International Figure Skating Open held in Camboriú, Santa Catarina. Representing Caraguatatuba, she secured first place in the women’s Livre Básico 40+ and Básico Solo Show 40+ categories, concluding her 2026 season with these titles.

The competition featured approximately 250 athletes from various Brazilian states, including Rio Grande do Sul, Santa Catarina, São Paulo, and Paraná, as well as competitors from Argentina. Melocchi’s training was supported by Fernanda Amaral of FeAmaral Patinação, choreographic guidance from Ellen Horn via the Skating Academy platform, and municipal facilities provided by the Caraguatatuba City Hall.

Melocchi is scheduled to compete in Londrina, Paraná, in May 2027, and will return to Camboriú in September 2027.