The bronze medal secured by Raquel Kochhann at the 2015 Pan American Games marked an early highlight in a career defined by sustained participation in international rugby sevens. Born on 6 October 1992 in Brazil, she has established a significant presence in both the sevens and union formats while balancing athletic commitments with academic pursuits in physical education.
Olympic Participation and Records
Kochhann represented Brazil across three separate Olympic cycles, starting with the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio. She continued her tenure at the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo. Her third appearance occurred at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, where she set a national record alongside teammate Luiza Campos as one of the first Brazilian rugby sevens players to compete in three Olympic Games. During the opening ceremony of the 2024 Games, she served as a flag bearer alongside sprint canoeist Isaquias Queiroz.
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The athlete holds a degree in Physical Education from Universidade Estácio. Her career faced a medical interruption during which she underwent treatment for breast cancer. Following this period, she returned to the national sevens roster in 2024 for the Women's SVNS Perth tournament. She remained active in the circuit throughout the remainder of that season, participating in every SVNS tournament through to the final event in Madrid.
Transition to Rugby Union
Beyond the sevens circuit, Kochhann serves as a member of the Brazil women's national rugby union team. She played during the 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup qualifiers, contributing to a victory over Colombia that secured Brazil's inaugural qualification for a Women's Rugby World Cup. In July 2025, she received a formal selection to the national squad designated to compete at the tournament held in England.
Fast facts
- Born: 6 October 1992
- Citizenship: Brazil
- Education: Universidade Estácio
- Olympic appearances: 2016, 2020, 2024
- Notable achievements: Bronze medal at 2015 Pan American Games
- Role: Flag bearer at Paris 2024
Questions readers ask
How many Olympic Games has Raquel Kochhann competed in?
She has competed in three Olympic Games: 2016, 2020, and 2024.
Did Raquel Kochhann compete in the 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup?
She was named to the Brazil squad for the 2025 tournament in England following the team's successful qualification.
