Feb 17 • 22:38 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Champion of Carnival 2026 in SP, Mocidade Alegre received maximum score in 7 of 9 criteria

Mocidade Alegre celebrates winning the 2026 São Paulo Carnival title after receiving near-perfect scores from the judges.

Mocidade Alegre won the 2026 Special Group Carnival title in São Paulo with an impressive performance, obtaining the maximum score of 30 points in seven out of nine judged criteria. This remarkable achievement came after the scoring event held at the Sambódromo do Anhembi, showcasing the school's outstanding samba performance and creativity. Notably, the school only lost minimal points in two areas: theme and harmony, where it received scores of 29.9, still commendable in a fiercely competitive environment.

The school's success was marked by a high overall score of 269.8 points, securing victory by a narrow margin of one-tenth over runner-up Gaviões da Fiel, which scored 269.7 points, and Dragões da Real, which came in third with 269.6. The performance of Mocidade Alegre stands out not only for its artistic expression but also for the strategic preparation and execution that led to minimal point deductions, particularly in the aspects of evolution and rhythm, where many other teams struggled.

This triumph adds to the rich history of Carnival in São Paulo, highlighting the intense competition among the top samba schools. The outcome not only celebrates Mocidade Alegre's artistic prowess but also engages the local community in the vibrant culture of samba, reinforcing the importance of such events in Brazilian social life. The following edition of the carnival will build upon this excitement, with schools already preparing for future challenges and aiming for even higher accolades in the next year's carnival festivities.

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