Sunday, November 19th, 2023.- After defeating Argentina in the opening match, Canada maintained its undefeated record in the mixed wheelchair rugby competition and had no major difficulties in beating Brazil 62-41. This performance showcased Canada as a clear favorite to compete for the gold at Santiago 2023 and secure the coveted spot at the Paris Paralympic Games, which this Parapan American event grants. 

At the Centro de Deportes Colectivos at the Estadio Nacional, Brazil only offered some resistance in the last quarter, which ended tied at 14. However, Canada's superiority was evident from the first minute, winning the first quarter 16-8, the second 15-10, and the third 17-9. 

Zachary Madell from Canada, with 13 tries and four steals, became the standout player of the match. "More than being the top scorer, the important thing is that the team is playing well with an eye on Paris," he noted. 

The Brazilians Gabriel Feitosa and Rafael Hoffmann were the top scorers, both with 10 tries. 

The Canadians have three Olympic medals, two silver, and one bronze. 


Written by Esteban Gómez; translated by Pía Barriga Ferry / Santiago 2023 vía Photosport 
Ph: Adrian Aylwin / Santiago 2023 vía Photosport