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Brazilian Gymnast Guilherme Augusto, 20, Dies After Motorcycle Crash

Funeral services are scheduled in Guarulhos, his hometown.

Overview

  • The Brazilian Gymnastics Federation confirmed he died from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident on Friday, October 3.
  • The 20-year-old represented Esporte Clube Pinheiros in São Paulo.
  • He specialized in parallel bars and pommel horse and won Pan American junior, South American junior, and five Brazilian junior titles.
  • Wake and burial are set for Sunday in Guarulhos, according to national outlets citing the federation.
  • Officials did not release further verified details about the circumstances of the crash.