77th Naval School Regatta – Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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The Brazilian Navy-sponsored Naval School Regatta is traditionally held in Guanabara Bay, Rio de Janeiro. (Photo: Brazilian Navy Senior Chief Petty Officer Simone Soares)

In the Awards podium for partner nations, the United States won first place, Brazil was second, and Chile third. (Photo: Brazilian Navy Senior Chief Petty Officer Simone Soares)

About 1,000 athletes, service members and civilians, participated in the event. (Photo: Brazilian Navy Senior Chief Petty Officer Simone Soares)

The Brazilian Navy tall ship Cisne Branco participated in the event. (Photo: Brazilian Navy Senior Chief Petty Officer Simone Soares)

The Naval School Regatta offers an opportunity for sailboats of various classes to participate. (Photo: Brazilian Navy Senior Chief Petty Officer Simone Soares)

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