Joao Derly

• Sport: Olympic Judo
• Nation: Brazil
• Discipline: 66 kg
• Notes: Born June 2, 1981. ... Preparing for his first Olympic Games after winning gold medals at the world championships in the 66 kg half-lightweight class in 2005 and 2007. ... In the 2005 event in Cairo, Egypt, he was named the best overall performer, and two years later in his native country, he became the first Brazilian to ever win multiple world judo titles. ... Also took gold at the 2007 Pan-American games, held in Rio de Janeiro. ... Was named Brazil's top athlete in 2005, beating out two-time Olympic sailing champion Robert Scheidt. ... Has also compiled five gold medals as well as two silvers and a bronze in world cup events.