Rebeca Andrade Wins Pan American Title

Rebeca Andrade is back with a win, claiming the Pan American title in gymnastics.

What happened?

Andrade competed on vault in Rio de Janeiro, posting the highest scores of the day. She helped Brazil to silver in the women's team competition, qualifying for the world championships.

Why it matters for Rebeca Andrade

Andrade's result was crucial, earning her fifth Pan American title and first on vault. She is already the most decorated Brazilian Olympic athlete of all time with six Olympic medals. Andrade performed a double-twisting Yurchenko vault, earning a massive score from the judges.

What comes next?

Andrade's win gives her a gold and silver medal, with Brazil's world championship qualification secured. She will now set her sights on Rotterdam for the upcoming world championships. Andrade is 27 years old and has won two gold medals at the Olympics. Her role in Brazilian gymnastics success continues to grow, with fans eager to see her return to more events. Andrade's job in Rio is done, but her Olympic comeback has just begun. She won the individual vault final with a combined score of 14.266, narrowly edging out Canadian challenger Lia Monica Fontaine. Andrade's win is the first gold medal for Brazil at the 2026 Pan American Championships.