In open water, the host picked up five more medals (two gold, two silver and one bronze medal). Brazilian Ana Marcela Cunha was victorious in the 5 km and 10 km events. In water polo, Brazil's women's team defeated Argentina in a thrilling final 17 to 8 (6:0, 3:6, 5:2, 4:3). But the local men's team was less successful, losing to Argentina 6 to 9 (1:1, 1:2, 2:4, 2:2) and settling for the silver. In diving, the home team earned ten medals (six gold, one silver and three bronze medals) while the synchronised swimming team dominated all contested events, bagging four gold medals.
Brazilian synchro swimmer Giovanna STEPHEN in her element - credit: Satiro Sodre