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Rio: the sports capital

Sports • January 31, 2025

Rio: the sports capital

By Mariana França

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Rio de Janeiro, known worldwide for its vibrant energy and natural beauty, reaffirms itself as one of the largest sports centers in Brazil and the world. The city, which has hosted historical events such as the 2007 Pan-American, the 2014 World Cup and the 2016 Olympic Games, aims more..

Rio de Janeiro, known worldwide for its vibrant energy and natural beauty, reaffirms itself as one of the largest sports centers in Brazil and the world. The city, which has hosted historical events such as the 2007 Pan-American, the 2014 World Cup and the 2016 Olympic Games, once again aims to shine on the global sports scene, with the recent candidacy to host the 2031 Pan-American Games, along with Niterói.

Below we list the main sporting events that will take place in the city

- 15 to 23/02: Open River Based at the Jockey Club, Rio Open is the main tennis tournament in Latin America and brings together great sports names.

- 03/16: Queen of the Sea

Largest 100% female proof of beach sports on the continent, takes place on the beach of Copacabana

- 03 and 04/05: Sail GP The Sail GP is an international sailing championship with high performance boats, bringing together teams from various countries for intense and exciting disputes at sea.

- 18 to 22/06: Rio Marathon The Rio Marathon is a long-distance race that crosses the city's main landscapes, attracting runners from all over the world to a resistance and overcoming event.

- 28-30/06: L’Étape Rio de Janeiro by Tour de France L’Étape Rio is an amateur cycling event inspired by the consecrated Tour de France, offering participants the chance to cycle through challenging routes with the stunning landscapes of Rio.

- 01/08 to 03/08: Brazilian Canoeing Championship The Brazilian Canoeing Championship brings together athletes from various categories in speed and endurance disputes, promoting sport on the national scene.

- 10/08: Ironman 70.3 Rio de Janeiro Ironman 70.3 Rio is a triathlon competition that challenges athletes with swimming, cycling and racing, offering a endurance test in one of the most beautiful destinations.

- 20-24/08: Rhythmic Gymnastics World Championship The Rhythmic Gymnastics World Championship is a high-level competition that brings together the best athletes in the world, displaying skill and precision performances with rope, ball and tape.

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