Lucas Pinheiro Braathen said it was "absolutely impossible" to try and convey his emotions after his big win

With Brazil entering the joyous throes of Carnival, Alpine ski racer Lucas Pinheiro Braathen on Saturday gave it another reason to celebrate — an Olympic medal. It was the first-ever medal at the Winter Games for any country in South America. And not just any medal: Gold.

Veteran Carnival fans in Rio say the party is fun, but it also takes planning and endurance. On Sunday, the festival marks its second official day and it runs through Ash Wednesday.

Eduardo Bolsonaro, son of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, addresses his brother Flavio's recently launched 2026 presidential campaign against President Lula da Silva

Kaylane and Nogueira celebrate Brazil's goal in the victory over Paraguay, in the first round of the final stage of the South American Women's U-20Credits: Staff Images Woman / CBFThe Brazilian

When World Baseball Classic rosters were announced on Feb. 5, the headlines naturally gravitated towards the tournament’s biggest stars – rosters filled with MLB All-Stars, MVPs and Cy Young Award winners.

The Real Madrid winger has not yet given up hope of a sixth global crown, but he admitted that other countries are better placed.

Carlo Ancelotti has a confirmed absence for the March FIFA date against France and Croatia. The only one before the World Cup call-up. According to ESPN Brazil, Bruno Guimarães was diagnosed with a