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Giba

Brazil · 1995–2014

Captained Brazil through the most dominant run in the sport.

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Olympic golds: 3
Olympic medals: 3
World titles: 8
World League titles

Career

Gilberto Godoy Filho led Brazil to Olympic gold in 2004 and three consecutive World Championships, playing with an athleticism that made him effective despite being relatively short for an elite outside hitter. He was named best player at three separate World Championships.

Honours

Olympic gold in 2004, silver in 2008 and 2012
Three consecutive World Championship titles
Named MVP at multiple World Championships
Eight World League titles with Brazil

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