{
  "id": 8934667,
  "title": "Volleyball: Brazil wins South American title, books 2028 olympic spot",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/21/volleyball-brazil-wins-south-american-title-books-2028-olympic-spot",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-21T13:02:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Agencia Brasil",
    "slug": "agencia-brasil",
    "url": "https://agenciabrasil.ebc.com.br/en/esportes/noticia/2026-09/volleyball-brazil-wins-south-american-title-books-2028-olympic-spot"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Brazilian men’s national volleyball team secured qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games with a 3-0 win over Argentina on Sunday at Maracanazinho in Rio de Janeiro. The match concluded with a 25-20, 25-23, and 25-20 victory, conducted in front of a crowd of 11,968 spectators. Coach Bernardinho's team demonstrated their prowess throughout the game, ultimately winning the overall title. This victory marks the team's 34th South American Championship title, a record they have maintained since volleyball's introduction to the Olympics in 1964. Despite the absence of any loss in Olympic appearances since 1964, the Brazilian men's team has consistently demonstrated their dominance in the sport. The match's top scorer was opposite hitter Darlan, who contributed 23 points to his team's triumph. The All-Tournament Team, recognizing the game's star performers, included Darlan, setter Cachopa, outside hitters Adriano and Aravena, middle blockers Flávio and Loser, and libero Massimino. Brazilian team captain Ricardo Lucarelli, an outside hitter, was honored as the tournament's Most Valuable Player.",
  "summary": "The Brazilian men’s national volleyball team has qualified for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games. The spot was secured with a 3-0 victory over Argentina on Sunday morning (Sep. 20) at Maracanazinho in Rio de Janeiro. In front of a crowd of 11,968, coach Bernardinho’s team won 25–20, 25–23, and 25–20. Notícias relacionadas: Alison dos Santos wins 2026 World Athletics Ultimate Championship. Brazil…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}