Gilmar Pereira Flores, 35, better known as Joaninha, was a seven-time Brazilian motocross champion. "Carrying the Olympic torch is a different adrenaline rush, but it's still good," said the motorcyclist.

Jefferson Neves was the only trainer from Mato Grosso in the Brazilian Olympic swimming team at London 2012. "Unfortunately, Felipe Lima and I didn't make Rio 2016," the coach said, who will cheer Brazil on. "Bruno Fratus in the 4x100 is a sure bet."

In 1984 Jorilda Sabino went down in history coming second in the São Silvestre race at 14 years old, running barefoot. "I was very, very poor. Running without running shoes was normal for me. Because I was so young, the congratulations surprised me."

At just 15 years old, Adrielly Fernanda is already aware of the importance of sport in her life: "I started Taekwondo because I was bullied in school. Sport changed my life. It gave me self-esteem and the ability to confront my fears," she said.

The 'Life Rollers' skating team promised to follow the Olympic flame during its journey around Cuiabá, which will end at the Pantanal Arena football stadium. The 19-strong group meets every day to practise around the stadium.

Mascot Vinícius is ready to take to the field at the Pantanal Arena. The closing ceremony for the Olympic torch relay in Cuiabá will take place here with the lighting of the celebration cauldron.