Key Takeaways
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- Caio Bonfim wins the gold medal in the 20km Race Walk at the Tokyo Olympics, becoming Brazils most decorated athlete at the World Championships with four medals across eight editions.
- Alison dos Santos earns a silver medal in the 400m hurdles, contributing to Brazils total of 19 podium finishes at the World Championships, marking its best showing yet.
- Caio Bonfim initially thought he had missed out on a medal due to misunderstanding the race, but upon seeing his national flag, realized he was the world champion in the 20km event.
- Other notable Brazilian performances include Matheus Correa finishing 17th and Max Batista placing 42nd in the mens event, while Viviane Lyra secured 12th place and Gabriele Muniz finished 32nd in the womens race. Erica Sena withdrew after three kilometers.
Caio Bonfim Elevates to Brazil’s Most Decorated Athlete with Tokyo Gold in 20km Race Walk
According to Agencia Brasil, Caio Bonfim became the World Champion in the 20 km Athletic March, securing the gold medal. His victory was confirmed early Saturday morning (the 20th), Brazil time, following the competition in Tokyo. Bonfim completed the race in 1:18:35, with China’s Zhaozhao Wang taking silver at 1:18:43, and Spain’s Paul McGrath earning bronze with a time of 1:18:45. Other Brazilian athletes competing in the men’s event included Matheus Correa from Aablusc, who finished 17th (1:21:04), and Max Batista, who placed 42nd (1:27:34). In the women’s race, Viviane Lyra secured 12th place with a time of 1:29:02, and Gabriele Muniz from Casodf finished 32nd (1:34:28). Erica Sena from Pinheirossp did not finish the race, withdrawing after three kilometers. This gold medal elevates Caio Bonfim to Brazil’s most decorated athlete at the World Championships, with four medals across eight editions. His previous achievements include bronze medals in the 20 km event at London 2017 and Budapest 2023, as well as a silver medal in the 35 km event, which he won on the first day of the World Championship (129).
Caio Bonfim and Alison dos Santos Boost Brazil’s World Championships Haul with Gold and Silver Medals
Brazil achieved a total of 19 podium finishes at the World Championships. The nation has secured three gold medals in its history: Alison dos Santos in the 400m hurdles at Eugene 2022, Fabiana Murer in pole vault at Beijing 2015, and a marathoner who took the title in 2025. This year’s World Championships performance, with one gold and two silvers, marked Brazil’s best showing yet, highlighted by Caio Bonfim’s double-medal success and Alison dos Santos’s silver. Bonfim expressed his astonishment upon realizing he had won gold in the 20 km event. He initially believed he had missed out on a medal, having rushed into the stadium under the impression that other competitors were faster sprinters. However, seeing his national flag confirmed his victory, prompting the realization, “I’m the world champ!”
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For those interested in the incredible journey of Brazil’s athletes as they compete on the global stage, be sure to check out our latest piece by Ahmed Hassan titled “Brazil Competes in Athletics World Championships in Tokyo with 85.1% of Bolsa Atleta Beneficiaries in Delegation,” published on September 13, 2025. The article delves into the Brazilian delegation’s impressive lineup and their mission to excel at the 20th World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. With a strong focus on the impact of the Bolsa Atleta program, this piece highlights the dedication and support that fuels Brazil’s athletes towards achieving success both in this championship and beyond. Dive deeper into the inspiring stories by clicking Brazil Competes in Athletics World Championships in Tokyo with 85.1% of Bolsa Atleta Beneficiaries in Delegation.