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State of the World from NPR
Brazil's Beloved Olympic Surfers
Jul 4, 2024
Brazil's dominance in surfing, surpassing soccer in popularity, leading to success in international competitions like the World Surfing League and upcoming Paris Olympics. Challenges faced by Brazil's surf team in preparation for Olympics in Tahiti, including injuries, mental health issues, and rough waves at Teohupo. Despite setbacks, hope for success and rise in popularity for surfing in Brazil.
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- Brazil dominates world surfing competitions, winning titles since 2018.
- Surfing gains popularity in Brazil, challenging traditional sports like soccer.
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Brazil's Dominance in Surfing Competitions
Brazil has been excelling in world surfing competitions, with Brazilians winning every World Surfing League title since 2018. Despite Brazil's strong association with soccer, surfing is gaining popularity. The country's surfers are preparing for the Paris Olympics, with the sport gaining widespread acceptance and respect, even from law enforcement.
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