João Vieira
João Vieira is a veteran Portuguese race walker born in 1974, known for his remarkable longevity in the sport. He is set to participate in his 14th World Championships in Tokyo, making him the oldest athlete in the competition. Vieira began his international career in 1999 and achieved his first major medal, a bronze in the 20km race, in 2019 after the original winner was disqualified. He is also a silver medalist from the 50km event at the Doha World Championships in 2019.
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Recent news mentions
João Vieira is a doctor who explains the factors contributing to the active longevity of elderly individuals.
A teimosia que conduziu Manuel aos 100 anos e a mentalidade de Fátima aos 90 | Envelhecimento
Portugal· 2026-05-31
João Vieira set a record for the most participations in World Athletics Championships.
Mundiais de atletismo: nem um ano de paragem impediu o “tri” de Ryan Crouser no peso | AtletismoPortugal· 2025-09-13
João Vieira, at 49 years old, is set to participate in his 14th World Championships, showcasing his longevity in the sport.
O candidato Pichardo e o recordista Vieira na maior comitiva de sempre | AtletismoPortugal· 2025-09-12
