Rayssa Leal

Rayssa Leal is a Brazilian professional skateboarder who became one of the youngest Olympic medalists in history when she won a silver medal in street skateboarding at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics at just 13 years old. Born in Imperatriz, Maranhao, Brazil, she first gained viral fame at age seven when a video of her performing a heelflip while wearing a fairy costume spread across social media, earning her the beloved nickname ‘Fadinha’ (Little Fairy).

Rayssa’s rise in competitive skateboarding has been nothing short of extraordinary. After her viral moment in 2015, she began competing seriously and quickly proved herself against much older competitors. By the time she reached the Tokyo Olympics in 2021, she was already a Street League Skateboarding (SLS) champion, having won the 2019 SLS World Championship at age 11. Her silver medal performance in Tokyo captured the hearts of millions worldwide and made her a national hero in Brazil.

At the 2024 Paris Olympics, Rayssa further cemented her legacy by winning a bronze medal in street skateboarding, making her one of the few athletes to medal in consecutive Olympic Games in the sport. Her consistent performances at the highest level of competition, combined with her youthful energy and charisma, have made her one of the most marketable athletes in action sports. She has signed lucrative sponsorship deals with Nike SB, Monster Energy, and numerous Brazilian brands.

Despite her young age, Rayssa has accumulated an estimated net worth of $3 million through her competition winnings, endorsement deals, and social media presence. With millions of followers on Instagram, she has become one of the most influential athletes in Brazil and a powerful ambassador for skateboarding worldwide. Her success has inspired a new generation of young skateboarders, particularly girls, to pursue the sport competitively.