Brazil sent a delegation to the 1956 Summer Olympics, which were held in Melbourne, Australia (with the equestrian events taking place in Stockholm, Sweden). The Brazilian team consisted of 46 athletes—45 men and 1 woman—who competed in 9 sports.
Sports represented
- Athletics
- Basketball
- Boxing
- Cycling
- Equestrian (held in Stockholm)
- Fencing
- Rowing
- Sailing
- Shooting
Medal performance
| Medal | Athlete(s) | Event |
|---|---|---|
| Gold | Adhemar da Silva | Men's triple jump (Athletics) |
Brazil’s sole medal at the Games was the gold won by triple‑jumper Adhemar da Silva, who successfully defended his title from the 1952 Helsinki Olympics.
Overall results
- Gold: 1
- Silver: 0
- Bronze: 0
Brazil finished 24th in the overall medal ranking.
Notable participation
- The Brazilian men’s basketball team competed in the tournament, finishing in the upper half of the final standings.
- Brazil’s delegation included one female athlete, who participated in swimming events.
The participation in Melbourne marked Brazil’s continued presence at the Summer Olympic Games, building on the successes of previous editions and setting the stage for future developments in its Olympic program.
