Olympic athletes visit the largest footwear fair in Brazil

Actvitta and Olympikus brands brought their ambassadors to the BFSHOW, among them the golden duo Ana Patrícia and Duda Lisboa and the former marathon runner Vanderlei Cordeiro de Lima

Great Olympic athletes from Brazil visited BFSHOW, the largest footwear fair in the country, representing two brands that stand out for their support of national athletes. The first to pass through the corridors of the Anhembi District, in São Paulo/SP, were Lucas Mozela, from Paralympic swimming; and judoka William Lima, Olympic medalists in Paris 2024, both Actvitta ambassadors. 

William positively highlighted the experience of visiting the fair. “I have always been a lover of sneakers. So for me, it's a unique experience to be here. I want to go out and see the other exhibitors too”, said the judoka, who praised the partnership with the brand. "I have the brand in my day–to-day life, and it's indescribable to be an ambassador for a company that is so supportive of athletes-something we need very much.” sneakers. Então, para mim, é uma experiência única estar aqui. Quero sair e ver os outros expositores também”, contou o judoca, que enalteceu a parceria com a marca. “Tenho a marca no meu dia a dia, e é indescritível ser embaixador de uma empresa que apoia tanto os atletas – uma coisa que precisamos muito.”

Paralympic swimmer Lucas Mozela also highlighted the inclusive proposal of the new Calçados Beira Rio campaign. "Actvitta has also come to promote inclusion, reinforcing the image and further helping Paralympic sport gain visibility. I am very happy to be in this great event and next to this squad of great athletes”, he adds. squad de grandes atletas”, completa.

Ana Patrícia and Duda Lisboa, beach volleyball duo and gold medalists; and gymnast Arthur Nory, owner of a bronze medal, all from Paris 2024, closed the day at the Beira Rio stand. The trio also stars in the new Actvitta brand campaign. Ana Patrícia praised the duo's entry into the universe of fashion and footwear, and highlighted the good reception upon arrival at BFSHOW. “I am very happy to see the stand full of people to welcome us. It is an honor to be an ambassador for this brand that has believed in sport and has been giving us the opportunity to show our work.” Her partner Duda Lisboa, completes. “I am delighted to be alongside a company that supports sport but also values comfort and style.”

The welcoming reception from the audience also surprised Arthur Nory, also a bronze medalist on the solo at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games. “When we came in, we were surprised. Look at all this recognition! I'm very grateful to be here, representing such a great brand, so good and comfortable, and who still believes in and encourages the sport.” 

Ambassador of the Olympikus Brand, former marathoner Vanderlei Cordeiro de Lima also attended the event at the invitation of the Vulcabras group. A bronze medalist at the Athens 2004 Olympic Games, Vanderlei highlighted the opportunity to speak about the brand at the largest footwear event in Brazil. "Olympikus is a very important brand not only for sport, but for the Brazilian foot. I believe that the brand acts in a very democratic way, for people of all social conditions. It is a shoe made by Brazilians for Brazilians", finished the medalist.