# Brazil youth sports competitions continue success Sep 2026

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> Updated: 2026-09-09T20:07:22.000Z. Sources: 87. Developments: 29.

Brazil’s youth-sport surge continues with notable results across gymnastics, combat sports, athletics, tennis, and roller freestyle. Gymnastics remains a flagship, with the Associação Brusquense de Ginástica Rítmica trio securing gold at the Brazil Cup in Fortaleza, qualifying for the South-American Rhythmic Gymnastics Championship. Other successes include the senior rhythmic group’s gold at the Milan World Cup and the Cotia squad’s sweep at the 68th Jogos Regionais. Combat sports yield consistent international and domestic milestones. In jiu-jitsu, 13-year-old Thuê Martins Peçanha secured two gold medals at the 2026 Women's Olympic Jiu-Jitsu World Championship. Recent domestic successes include seven-year-old Tiago, nicknamed “Tigre de Aço,” winning gold at the Norte Brasileiro de Jiu-Jitsu in Manaus, and the Aprove Projetos Sociais team securing six gold medals at the 3rd Copa Aquiles de Jiu-Jitsu in Foz do Iguaçu. Additionally, 14-year-old Lucas Zambon Ferreira won the juvenile white belt category at the Premium Cup Jiu-Jitsu BJJ Championship in Campinas via submission. Other martial arts successes include 12-year-old Gabriel Mesquita da Costa’s gold at the Brazilian Kids Championship and 15-year-old Clarisse Vallim’s selection for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games. In judo, 15-year-old Clarisse Vallim, representing Clube de Regatas do Flamengo, secured her second consecutive World Cadet Judo Championship title and currently leads the world ranking in the up to 70kg category. Domestically, Yasmin Bueno Alves placed seventh in the 2026 Brazilian Junior Judo Championship, earning the technical index to compete in the Junior class and qualifying to represent Minas Gerais in the Youth Games in Foz do Iguaçu. Karate also saw success as Nayara Karoline Amarante de Amorim, a 3rd Dan black belt, won gold and silver at the 37th Brazilian Traditional Karatê-Dô Championship in Curitiba.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-09: Brazilian athletes and students achieve regional sports success

Brazilian athletes and students achieve success in regional and national competitions, including Karatê-Dô medalist Nayara Amorim and Higino da Silveira State College's performance in the Rio de Janeiro School-

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazilian-athletes-and-students-achieve-regional-sports-success

### 2026-09-01: Brazilian judokas achieve success in world and national competitions

Brazilian judokas Clarisse Vallim and Yasmin Bueno Alves achieve success, with Vallim securing a second consecutive World Cadet title and Alves qualifying for the Youth Games.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazilian-judokas-achieve-success-in-world-and-national-competitions

### 2026-08-31: Brazilian youth athletes secure victories in Jiu-Jitsu and tennis

Young Brazilian athletes Lucas Zambon Ferreira won a Jiu-Jitsu championship in Campinas, while 9-year-old tennis player Giovana Ghizoni secured her ninth title of the season in São Paulo.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazilian-youth-athletes-secure-victories-in-jiu-jitsu-and-tennis

### 2026-08-21: Brazilian youth athletes achieve international success in sports

Young Brazilian athletes Davi Gabriel Bastos da Silva and Gabriel Mesquita da Costa are gaining international recognition in race walking and jiu-jitsu, respectively.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazilian-youth-athletes-achieve-international-success-in-sports

### 2026-08-16: Brazilian athletes secure multiple gold medals in jiu-jitsu competitions

Brazilian jiu-jitsu athletes achieved multiple gold medals at recent competitions, including seven-year-old Tiago in Manaus and the Aprove Projetos Sociais team in Foz do Iguaçu.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazilian-athletes-secure-multiple-gold-medals-in-jiu-jitsu-competitions

### 2026-08-13: Brazilian youth athletes secure major combat sports titles

Brazilian youth athletes Thuê Martins Peçanha and Clarisse Vallim have achieved major success in jiu-jitsu and judo, respectively, securing world titles and Olympic qualifications.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazilian-youth-athletes-secure-major-combat-sports-titles

### 2026-08-12: Young Brazilian athletes prepare for regional and national competitions

Young Brazilian athletes prepare for major competitions, including skater Joana Caroline Tavares Melo in the Circuito Paulista and four taekwondo practitioners heading to the national championship in Brasília.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/young-brazilian-athletes-prepare-for-regional-and-national-competitions

### 2026-08-03: Brazilian Youth Athletes Win National Titles in Beach Volleyball and Jiu‑Jitsu

Brazilian teens Bárbara and Mariana of Camboriú won the Sub‑19 national beach‑volleyball title and the Santa Catarina Open undefeated, while 8‑year‑old Yasmim Vitória secured double gold at the Rio Winter Open

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazilian-youth-athletes-win-national-titles-in-beach-volleyball-and-jiujitsu

### 2026-07-27: Brazilian athletes win gold in rhythmic gymnastics and claim poker tournament titles

Brazilian gymnasts win gold at the Brazil Cup, earning a South‑American berth, while poker pros Marcelo Giordano and Daniel Gadotti capture titles at the BSOP Winter series.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazilian-athletes-win-gold-in-rhythmic-gymnastics-and-claim-poker-tournament-titles

### 2026-07-20: São José and Jaraguá do Sul shine at Santa Catarina Open Games athletics

São José captured six medals (five gold) and Jaraguá do Sul secured 14 medals (five gold) in athletics at the Santa Catarina Open Games in Timbó, highlighting standout performances by Maria Clara Corrêa, Yasmin

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/so-jos-and-jaragu-do-sul-shine-at-santa-catarina-open-games-athletics

### 2026-07-14: Brazilian judoka Thiego Marques wins gold, taekwondo athlete Fillipe Alves takes bronze in São Paulo

Thiero Marques won gold in Paralympic judo and Fillipe Alves took bronze in taekwondo at São Paulo events, boosting Brazil’s medal tally.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazilian-judoka-thiego-marques-wins-gold-taekwondo-athlete-fillipe-alves-takes-bronze-in-so-paulo

### 2026-07-14: Brazilian athletes from Rio das Ostras and Jaraguá claim national titles in Jiu‑Jitsu, swimming and master athletics

Rio das Ostras athletes win Jiu‑Jitsu and swimming titles; Jaraguá’s Ivanildo de Souza Pinto secures two golds in master athletics, leading South American rankings.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazilian-athletes-from-rio-das-ostras-and-jaragu-claim-national-titles-in-jiujitsu-swimming-and-mas

### 2026-07-14: Brazilian rhythmic gymnastics teams capture medals at regional tournaments

Italva gymnasts swept all podium spots at the III Copa Guarapari, while Mogi Mirim athletes performed strongly at the Liga Metropolitana in Santos, showcasing Brazil's thriving youth rhythmic gymnastics scene.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazilian-rhythmic-gymnastics-teams-capture-medals-at-regional-tournaments

### 2026-07-12: Brazilian Judo Team Dominates IBSA Competitions with Record Medal Hauls

Brazil led both the IBSA Judo American Championships (21 medals) and the IBSA Grand Prix (13 medals) in São Paulo, topping the medal tables with multiple golds across categories.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazilian-judo-team-dominates-ibsa-competitions-with-record-medal-hauls

### 2026-07-12: Italian athletes Carmassi, Dragas claim podiums at Brugnera meeting, Milan World Cup

Giada Carmassi tied her 100 m hurdles record at the Brugnera meeting, while Tara Dragas secured her first World Cup podium, finishing third in Milan.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italian-athletes-carmassi-dragas-claim-podiums-at-brugnera-meeting-milan-world-cup

### 2026-07-11: Brazil and Italy capture medals at Milan Rhythmic Gymnastics World Cup

Brazil wins group gold and five‑balls silver, Italy’s Sofia Raffaeli and Tara Dragas earn individual medals, and Germany’s Darja Varfolomeev dominates the Milan Rhythmic Gymnastics World Cup.

11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sofia-raffaeli-and-tara-dragas-earn-silver-and-bronze-at-milan-rhythmic-gymnastics-world-cup

### 2026-07-09: Brazil wins team gold at Milan Rhythmic Gymnastics World Cup

Brazil’s rhythmic gymnastics team won all‑around gold at the Milan World Cup, scoring 56.050. Italy’s Sofia Raffaeli took individual all‑around gold, Tara Dragas silver, and both nations qualified for finals.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazilian-rhythmic-gymnastics-team-competes-at-milan-world-cup

### 2026-06-30: Brazilian youth teams win medals in regional gymnastics and national fencing

Cotia's rhythmic gymnastics team swept gold at the regional games, while Pinheiros fencing club won 16 medals at the national youth championship, both highlighting Brazil's strong youth sports performance.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazilian-youth-teams-win-medals-in-regional-gymnastics-and-national-fencing

### 2026-06-29: Brazilian Youth Jiu‑Jitsu Champions Shine at National Championships

Youth athletes dominate the 2026 Brazilian Jiu‑Jitsu championships, with multiple golds for Daniel Záu, Yan Nonato, Caldas champions and Luiza Moreto.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/yan-nonato-crowned-nogi-brazilian-jiujitsu-champion-as-luiza-moreto-clinches-gi-title

### 2026-06-29: Guaratinguetá teams earn medals and top spots across regional sports competitions

Guaratinguetá's athletes secured multiple podium finishes in gymnastics, karate, bocha and flag football, while the basketball team fell to Jacareí; gymnast Maria Laura Fajardo won three golds in Spain.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/guaratinguet-teams-earn-medals-and-top-spots-across-regional-sports-competitions

### 2026-06-26: São Paulo clinches individual and team titles at Brazilian Cadet Judo Championships

Over 440 judokas competed in Simões Filho; São Paulo won the overall individual and mixed‑team titles, securing the top spot in the national cadet championship and a final World Championship qualifier.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/so-paulo-clinches-individual-and-team-titles-at-brazilian-cadet-judo-championships

### 2026-06-22: Ubatuba finishes second in Copa Litoral Norte U15 women's volleyball tournament

Ubatuba’s U15 women’s volleyball team placed second at the Copa Litoral Norte, beating Caraguatatuba and Ilhabela before a close loss to São Sebastião; coaches praised player development.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ubatuba-finishes-second-in-copa-litoral-norte-sub15-womens-volleyball

### 2026-06-20: Atibaia clubs secure podium spots in swimming and gymnastics competitions

Atibaia athletes excel as swimmer Milena Ferrari reports strong personal results, the local swimming team places third in regional rankings, and the gymnastics squad wins 19 medals and a team bronze.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/atibaia-swimming-and-gymnastics-teams-both-finish-third-in-state-rankings

### 2026-06-17: Brazil hosts youth judo training and major amateur football congress

Brazil held a youth judo training in Rio with 195 participants and a large amateur football congress in Castanhal, Pará, drawing over 1,000 attendees and distributing kits to 100 local leagues.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazil-hosts-youth-judo-training-and-major-amateur-football-congress

### 2026-06-17: Ubatuba swimmers dominate Circuito Mares stage in Caraguatatuba

Ubatuba swimmers swept podiums in all events at the Circuito Mares stage in Caraguatatuba, with coach‑athlete Luciana Santos winning the Aquathlon overall title.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ubatuba-swimmers-dominate-circuito-mares-stage-in-caraguatatuba

### 2026-06-16: Guaratinguetá athletes claim multiple titles in regional competitions

Guaratinguetá teams won a basketball match 72‑27, placed fourth at Jogos Abertos da Juventude with gymnastics medals, captured the judo cup, and earned top spots in a table‑tennis league.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/guaratinguet-athletes-claim-multiple-titles-in-regional-competitions

### 2026-06-08: Guaratinguetá dance troupe Stilo Livre and local athletes win multiple regional awards

Stilo Livre dance team won top honors at Festidança, while Guaratinguetá’s gymnastics and U‑18 basketball squads also captured notable prizes.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/guaratinguet-teams-win-multiple-awards-at-regional-dance-gymnastics-and-basketball-events

### 2026-06-08: Ubatuba and Guarulhos gymnasts top state contests, winning dozens of medals

Ubatuba’s gymnastics team captured 20 medals and a team trophy at the Detona tournament, while Guarulhos won the youth games championship in Barretos with ten medals, highlighted by Manuela Kriegel’s three‑meda

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ubatuba-and-guarulhos-gymnasts-top-state-contests-winning-dozens-of-medals

### 2026-05-29: Brazilian sports events highlight gymnastics growth and judo medal win

Brazil’s Campeonato Paulista judo saw Gustavo Tabet earn bronze and qualify for nationals, while the Copa Brasília de Ginástica drew 3,668 athletes and 15,000 fans, highlighted by champion Arthur Zanetti.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazilian-sports-events-highlight-gymnastics-growth-and-judo-medal-win

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