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Brazil’s Lucas Pinheiro Braathen has epic celebration after making Olympic history

February 14, 2026

Lucas Pinheiro Braathen made history by winning Brazil's first-ever Winter Olympic gold medal in the men's giant slalom at the 2026 Winter Olympics. The 25-year-old skier, who previously competed for Norway, celebrated a remarkable comeback after a brief retirement and fulfilled his dream of representing Brazil, honoring his mother's heritage.

Brazil’s Lucas Pinheiro Braathen has epic celebration after making Olympic history

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Lucas Pinheiro Braathen won gold in the men's giant slalom at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
This victory marks Brazil's first Winter Olympic medal in history.
Pinheiro Braathen previously skied for Norway before switching to represent Brazil.
He had a brief retirement in 2023 but returned to skiing a year later.
Pinheiro's win took place in Bormio under snowy conditions.

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Brazil’s Lucas Pinheiro Braathen has epic celebration after making Olympic history

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