Brazil won its first gold medal at the 2026 Winter Olympic Games.Lucas Pinheiro became Olympic champion in Alpine Skiing - Giant Slalom.In addition, the Brazilian secured the country’s first-ever

Alpine Skier Lucas Pinheiro Braathen wins Brazil's first ever medal at the Winter Olympics with gold in the men's giant slalom.

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Lucas Pinheiro Braathen produced two perfect giant slalom runs to win a medal for the country that taught him 'how to be myself'

Brazil's Lucas Pinheiro Braathen brought a dream gold medal within reach as he outclassed the opposition in the first leg of the men's giant slalom on Saturday to give himself a huge lead.

Brazilian skier Lucas Pinheiro Braathen produced a brilliant opening run to lead the men’s Olympic giant slalom on Saturday. He clocked 1 minute 13.92 seconds on the Stelvio course and moved ahead of a strong field.

Team Brazil and Team Mongolia understood the assignment. IThe 2026 Olympic Games are finally here. The 25th Winter Olympiad kicked off tonight in Milan with the traditional Opening Ceremony. Each host city takes creative liberties with the entertainment portion of the program.

Lucas Pinheiro Braathen enters the Winter Olympics as a legitimate medal contender in Alpine skiing, with a chance to become the first Brazilian and South American to win a Winter Olympics medal after switching allegiance from Norway.