Rafaela Silva
Of course, this Brazilian gold win meant so much more than the other golds, considering the games took place in Rio. Rafaela Silva, who won in judo, became Brazil’s hero for winning their first gold in the games at age 24.
Rafaela Silva
Representing Her City
She grew up in the City of God, a notorious slum of the city, so the community felt her win as well. She expressed the importance, “I’ve always insisted on pursuing my dreams. If I can set an example to the kids in the City of God, it’s to follow theirs.”
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Representing Her City
