Day five of the BRICS Games 2024 in Kazan, Russia, was packed with exciting highlights across multiple sports disciplines. Here are some key moments from the day:
Athletics: The athletics events saw fierce competition, with several athletes breaking personal and national records. Highlights included a spectacular performance in the men’s 100 meters, where runners from South Africa and Brazil dominated the podium (BELTA) (Organiser).
Swimming: The swimming events continued to be a major attraction, with intense races in various styles. Brazilian swimmers particularly stood out, securing multiple gold medals and setting new BRICS Games records in both individual and relay events (BELTA) (Organiser).
Basketball: In basketball, the men’s teams from Russia and India had a thrilling match that kept the audience on the edge of their seats. Russia ultimately clinched a narrow victory, adding to their growing medal tally (ДССП).
Judo: Judo events showcased the skills and strength of participants from across the BRICS nations. Notably, competitors from China and Russia won several categories, demonstrating their prowess in this martial art (BELTA).
Table Tennis: Table tennis saw intense matches with China’s team emerging as a dominant force, winning gold in both men’s and women’s singles events. Their performance highlighted the high level of skill and training of Chinese athletes in this sport (ДССП).
