The Power of Gold
In 2012, the Brazilian judoka Rafaela Silva was a medal favorite, but she was disqualified. At the Rio Games, she sought to show that her humble background could not squelch her dreams and e... Read allIn 2012, the Brazilian judoka Rafaela Silva was a medal favorite, but she was disqualified. At the Rio Games, she sought to show that her humble background could not squelch her dreams and ended up taking home a Gold Medal. Over the course of a single day, her life was transforme... Read allIn 2012, the Brazilian judoka Rafaela Silva was a medal favorite, but she was disqualified. At the Rio Games, she sought to show that her humble background could not squelch her dreams and ended up taking home a Gold Medal. Over the course of a single day, her life was transformed.