Biography
Started: He took up the sport in 2009 at age 17. (Athlete, 01 Apr 2016)
Reason: He began judo as he was unable to cycle or play football due to his visual impairment. (cpb.org.br, 01 Jun 2019)
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Personal Details
GenderMale
Birth DateMarch 11, 1992
OccupationAthlete, Motivational Speaker
EducationHistory - Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte, Natal, BRA
Languages SpokenEnglish, Portuguese, Spanish
CoachAlexandre Garcia [national]; Jaime Braganca [national]
Highlights
| Rank | Event | Year | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paralympic Games | ||||
| 5 | Men's 90kg | 2020 | Tokyo, JPN | |
| 7 | Men's 90kg | 2016 | Rio de Janeiro, BRA | |
| World Championships | ||||
| 3 | -90 kg J1 | 2022 | Baku, AZE | |
| 7 | Men's 90kg | 2018 | Odivelas, POR | |
| 9 | Men's 90kg | 2014 | Colorado Springs, CO, USA | |
| ParaPan American Games | ||||
| 2 | J1/J2 90kg | 2023 | Santiago, CHI | |
