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Sarah Correa

1992 – 2015

Brazilian swimmer

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About Sarah Correa

Lived 1992 – 2015 (aged 22). Sarah Correa was a Brazilian swimmer and model.

Sarah Gonçalves Correa (August 14, 1992 – May 2, 2015) was a Brazilian competitive swimmer.

In 2008, at 16 years old, Correa took 2nd place in the José Finkel Trophy (Brazilian championship) in the 1500-metre freestyle. In 2009, she won the 1500 metre freestyle in the José Finkel Trophy.

At the 2010 South American Games, Correa won the gold medal in the 4×200-metre freestyle, beating the competition record.

Correa's was at the 2010 Pan Pacific Swimming Championships in Irvine, where she finished 6th in the 4×200-metre freestyle, 32nd in the 200-metre freestyle, 25th in the 400-metre freestyle, and 20th in the 800-metre freestyle.

Integrating national delegation that disputed the 2011 Pan American Games in Guadalajara, she won the silver medal in the 4×200-metre freestyle by participating at heats. She was also ranked 15th in the 800-metre freestyle.

Correa died after being hit by a motorist while waiting at a bus stop near her home in Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro on May 1, 2015. She was hospitalized, but died from serious head injuries on May 2.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Sarah Correa?

Brazilian swimmer

When was Sarah Correa born?

Sarah Correa was born on 14 August 1992 in Brazil.

When did Sarah Correa die?

Sarah Correa died on 2 May 2015 in Rio de Janeiro.

What was Sarah Correa's occupation?

Sarah Correa was a swimmer and model.

What nationality was Sarah Correa?

Sarah Correa was Brazilian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Sarah Correa

· Wikidata: Q10368409

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