About Marcos Soares
Born 1961. Marcos Soares is a Brazilian sailor.
Marcos Soares (born February 16, 1961) is a Brazilian sailor and Olympic champion. He won a gold medal in the 470 Class with Eduardo Penido at the 1980 Summer Olympics in Moscow.
1980 Olympics The gold medal in the 470 class was quite a surprise. With an additional Brazilian victory in the Tornado class by Alexandre Welter and Lars Björkström, a fourth place in the Finn class, a sixth in the Soling class, and eight in the Flying Dutchman, Brazil was best sailing nation at the 1980 Olympics.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Marcos Soares?
Brazilian sailor
When was Marcos Soares born?
Marcos Soares was born on 16 February 1961 in Rio de Janeiro.
What is Marcos Soares's occupation?
Marcos Soares is a sailor.
What nationality is Marcos Soares?
Marcos Soares is Brazilian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Marcos Soares (sailor)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Marcos Soares. https://biography.guide/marcos-soares/
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