Mangueira opened the night, but it was Unidos do Viradouro who stole the spotlight, officially crowned the 2026 Rio Carnival champions after earning top marks from judges. Their winning performance paid tribute to legendary drum master Mestre Ciça in a powerful celebration of samba culture.


Rio de Janerio Carnival: 'Unidos Do Viradouro' Win Fourth Carnival Title

Rio de Janeiro Carnival: Grande Rio Samba School wins parade competition

Samba schools in Rio de Janeiro decided on Thursday (September 24) to delay Brazil's most famous Carnival parade that would normally have been held in February 2021, as the country grapples with the second-deadliest coronavirus outbreak in the world.

Rio de Janeiro samba schools delay 2021 Carnival parade over coronavirus

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