Jade Barbosa

Jade Barbosa is a Brazilian artistic gymnast who has competed at the highest level for two decades. She began her career in 2006, at around 15 years old, and has been active ever since. Born in Rio de Janeiro, she represents Flamengo and has become one of Brazil's most decorated gymnasts.

Her breakthrough came in 2007, when she became the first Brazilian to win a World Championships medal in the individual all-around, taking bronze. She repeated that feat in 2010, earning bronze on vault. At the 2023 World Championships, she helped Brazil secure a team silver, and in 2024, she was part of the team that won Brazil's first Olympic team bronze in Paris. She also represented her country at the 2008 and 2016 Olympics. Standing at 4'11" with an athletic build, her longevity in the sport is remarkable.