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Lucas Pinheiro Braathen reflects on the significance of winning Brazil's first Winter Olympics gold medal and his unusual journey from soccer to skiing.

In February, curious and amusing stories were highlighted, including a historic gold medal for Brazil in the Winter Olympics and a daring skating move that had been banned for decades.

President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva praised Olympic skier Lucas Pinheiro Braathen, who was born in Norway but competes for Brazil, stating he is more Brazilian than many residents of the country.

President Lula met with Lucas Pinheiro, the athlete who won Brazil's first gold medal at the Winter Games, in a ceremony at the Palácio do Planalto.

Brazil achieved a historic milestone by winning its first-ever gold medal at the Winter Olympics, marking a significant leap forward for winter sports in the country.

Norwegian-Brazilian skier Lucas Pinheiro Braathen received a symbolic check of R$ 350,000 from the Brazilian Olympic Committee for winning a gold medal in the giant slalom at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.

The Brazilian Olympic Committee (COB) announced that skier Lucas Pinheiro Braathen will compete in the next Winter Olympics in 2030 in the French Alps.

A commentary on Norway's impressive performance at the Olympics contrasts it with emerging criticism of the national sports model.

Norwegian-Brazilian skier Lucas Pinheiro Braathen was eliminated from the slalom event after falling during his first run.

Brazil achieved its first-ever gold medal in Winter Olympics history, led by athlete Lucas Pinheiro Braathen in the giant slalom, shifting focus to the business strategies behind the Olympic delegation.

Lucas Pinheiro makes history by winning Brazil's first gold medal in the Winter Olympics in alpine skiing, sparking national pride.

Brazilian-Norwegian skier Lucas Pinheiro is favored to win another medal as he competes in the slalom event at the Milan-Cortina Winter Games.

Lucas Pinheiro's family and friends celebrated his historic Olympic gold win in Guarujá, Brazil, while he competed in Bormio, Italy.

Lucas Pinheiro Braathen, a 25-year-old Brazilian ski racer, wins a gold medal in the giant slalom, marking a remarkable comeback after a controversial split from the Norwegian skiing federation.

Brazil has celebrated winning its first Winter Olympic medal through athlete Lucas Pinheiro, while Lithuania has been noted as a country yet to secure a medal in this event.

Lucas Braathen Pinheiro wins Brazil's first medal in Winter Olympic history, taking home a gold in Bormio.

The family of Olympic champion Lucas Pinheiro is filled with pride and joy after his gold medal win at the Winter Games.

Brazilian skier Lucas Pinheiro made history by winning the country's first gold medal in the Winter Olympics in giant slalom.

Family members of Lucas Pinheiro celebrated his historic gold medal win in skiing at the Winter Olympics, marking Brazil's first Olympic gold in the sport.

This article covers various events and highlights from a Saturday broadcast, including Ivete Sangalo's jokes, charitable acts, and notable achievements in Brazilian sports.

The article highlights various events and personalities from a recent Saturday broadcast, including Ivete Sangalo's playful remarks on being single, a donation by Bell to a vendor, Bruna Marquezine and Shawn Mendes sharing a moment, Lucas Pinheiro winning a historic gold medal at the Winter Olympics, and a couple getting married during the Carnaval.

This article covers the highlights of Carnaval festivities in Brazil, including significant events and achievements.

Lucas Pinheiro Braathen's historic Olympic medal in alpine skiing has sparked debates about national identity in Brazil.

Lucas Pinheiro Braathen made history by winning the first-ever gold medal for South America at the Winter Olympics in Bormio, Italy.

Ivete Sangalo attracts a large crowd with her block Coruja during the Carnaval in Salvador while Lucas Pinheiro wins a historic gold medal for Brazil at the Winter Olympics.

The 2026 Winter Olympics showcased a historic day with French biathletes winning double medals and Brazilian Lucas Pinheiro Braathen winning Brazil's first-ever winter Olympic medal.

Lucas Pinheiro Braathen has won Brazil's first gold medal in the giant slalom at the Winter Olympics, marking a significant achievement in his unique sports journey.

Lucas Pinheiro Braathen made history by winning Brazil's first gold medal at the Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina by triumphing in the giant slalom event.

Lucas Pinheiro made history by winning Brazil's first gold medal in the Winter Olympics, highlighting his dual cultural background and long dedication to the sport.

Isadora Cruz celebrates her boyfriend Lucas Pinheiro's historic Olympic gold medal win for Brazil in alpine skiing.

Lucas Pinheiro Braathen made history at the Winter Olympics by becoming the first South American to win a medal, securing gold in the men’s giant slalom for Brazil.

Isadora Cruz celebrated her boyfriend, Lucas Pinheiro Braathen, who became the first Brazilian to win a gold medal at the Winter Olympics.

Brazilians are celebrating Lucas Pinheiro's historic gold medal win at the Winter Olympics on social media.

Brazilian skier Lucas Pinheiro wins the country's first gold medal in alpine skiing at the Milan-Cortina Winter Games.

Lucas Pinheiro Braathen made history by winning Brazil's first Olympic gold medal in winter sports at the Milano-Cortina 2026 Games.

Lucas Pinheiro made history for Brazil and Latin America by winning gold in giant slalom at the Winter Olympics, marking the region's first-ever Olympic medal in this event.

Lucas Pinheiro, an Olympic gold medalist in alpine skiing, reflects on his Brazilian childhood filled with football and cheese bread.

Lucas Pinheiro Braathen, emotional after winning Brazil's first medal at a Winter Olympics, expresses hope that his achievement inspires future athletes in the country.

Lucas Pinheiro Braathen made history by winning the gold medal in giant slalom at the 2026 Winter Olympics, becoming the first South American to achieve this feat.

Lucas Pinheiro Braathen made history for Brazil by winning a gold medal in the giant slalom at a competition in Bormio, shaking up the expectations of the typically snow-dominant nations.

Lucas Pinheiro Braathen won Brazil's and Latin America's first Olympic gold medal in alpine skiing at the Winter Olympics.

Brazil's President Lula da Silva celebrated the country's first-ever gold medal in Winter Olympics history, achieved by skier Lucas Pinheiro Braathen.

Croatian skier Filip Zubčić finished 14th in the giant slalom at the 2026 Winter Olympics, while Brazil's Lucas Braathen Pinheiro won the gold medal, marking Brazil's first Olympic medal in Winter Games history.

Lucas Pinheiro Braathen makes history by winning Brazil's first-ever gold medal at the Winter Olympics in the giant slalom event.

Skier Lucas Pinheiro Braathen made history by winning Brazil's first-ever Winter Olympics medal, a gold in giant slalom.

Brazilian-Norwegian Lucas Pinheiro Braathen won his and Brazil's first Olympic gold medal amid emotional celebrations.

Alpine skier Lucas Pinheiro, representing Brazil at the Winter Olympics, is romantically linked to Isadora Cruz, the star of a popular Globo soap opera.

Filip Zubčić ranks 16th after the first run of the slalom at the Winter Olympics, trailing leader Lucas Pinheiro Braathen by 2.67 seconds.

Lucas Pinheiro Braathen takes a commanding lead in the Olympic giant slalom event in Cortina with an impressive first run.

Tormis Laine competed in the Olympics but did not qualify for the second run, while Lucas Pinheiro Braathen delivered a remarkable performance.