It was not only Filipinos who rejoiced when gymnast Carlos Yulo bagged back-to-back gold medals at the Paris Olympics 2024. Brazilians also expressed genuine support for the country’s historic feat at the Games, in spirit of what they call “Brazilippines” sisterhood. “A Filipino won a gold medal and it’s gold for Brazil too because we are cousins,” a Brazilian X (formerly Twitter) user wrote.
The post that featured a clip from the 2022 FIFA World Cup garnered over 154,000 views and 17.4 million views. “Brazilippines” now also has its own flag.
“All ours,” an X user posted. With over 19,000 kilometers in distance in between or a 24-hour flight, the Philippines and Brazil are not connected by proximity, but connected nonetheless. Both these countries endured colonialism, fought a battle for sovereignty, and grappled with military rule and corruption in the government.
Filipinos in return are welcoming of the gesture from Brazil and expressed approval of the lighthearted Olympics spectacle online. “Ngl (Not gonna lie), this sense of brotherhood between Filipinos and Brazilians made me consider doing my Phd (doctoral degree) in Brazil,” a Filipino user wrote. “Because why not? They are part of the global south, we relate to their struggles as an emerging nation, and they love the sports I love 😭 #Brazilippines,” he continued.
Meanwhile, one Pinoy online was stunned that Filipinos could travel to Brazil visa-free. “Brazilippines truly a phenomenon .