Milan-Cortina 2026: meet Brazil’s team in ‘Formula 1 on ice’ | OneFootball

Bobsled, known as the “Formula 1 of ice,” will be one of Brazil’s major highlights at Milan-Cortina 2026. With sleds reaching speeds of 140 km/h, the sport demands explosive strength at the start and millimetric precision in the curves. Brazil will compete in the 2-man and 4-man categories, reinforcing its consistent presence in a sport where adrenaline takes center stage.

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The experienced Edson Bindilatti leads Team Brazil in his sixth Olympic appearance. At 46, the pilot from Bahia is the backbone of the team, amassing records and titles in the America’s Cup. His technical leadership is crucial to guide the national sled in pursuit of a spot among the world’s top 20, repeating the historic achievement reached at the last Winter Games.

In the 4-man sled, Bindilatti will be joined by Rafael Souza, Davidson “Boka,” Luís Bacca, and Gustavo Ferreira. Coming mostly from athletics, these athletes bring the necessary power for the initial “push.” The group blends the experience of veterans with the renewal brought by young talents like Ferreira, ensuring fresh energy for the thrilling descents.

With a constant presence at the Games since 2002, Brazilian bobsled is experiencing its best technical moment. After the historic top 20 finish in Beijing 2022, the team arrives mature and ready to compete at the Cortina Sliding Center. The focus is on surpassing previous results and consolidating Brazil as a competitive force in winter sports, even as a tropical country.

The events take place between February 16 and 22. The 2-man makes its debut on the 16th and 17th, while the four-man sled (4-man) competes on the 21st and 22nd.

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