Sunday, October 29, 2023.- The Brazilian female's handball team secured the gold medal against Argentina in the final held at the Gimnasio Polideportivo de Viña del Mar.

The winning team immediately confirmed that the gold medal was their goal, establishing an early lead thanks to the effectiveness of their top scorers Bruna de Paula and Larissa Araujo.

As a result, Brazil ended the first half with a clear 18-9 lead.

Upon returning from the break, Brazil continued to extend their advantage, leading 20-10. The situation became even more favorable when Argentine player Josseline Karsten received a red card, leaving her team with one less player.

Brazil maintained their pace of play, and midway through the second half, they were nine points ahead. With 10 minutes remaining in the match, the lead extended to 13 points, highlighting the seriousness with which the winning team approached the final match against Argentina.

Ultimately, a well-deserved victory and medal for Brazil. Throughout the tournament, they demonstrated collective quality and offensive firepower, reflected in the final score of 30-18 against their rivals.

Written by Ernesto Bustos B. – Verónica Torres; translated by Andrés Castro / Santiago 2023 via Photosport
Photo by Sebastián Cisternas / Santiago 2023 via Photosport