The 2007 Pan American Games, officially the XV Pan American Games, took place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from July 13 to 29, 2007. A total of 5,633 athletes competed in 332 events in 34 sports and in 47 disciplines; 95 new Pan American records were set; 2,196 medals were awarded; 1,262 doping control tests were performed; and about 15,000 volunteers participated in the organization of the event.
The figure of the Sun, Cauê, was chosen as a mascot to represent the Pan American and Parapan American Games, such as the Brazilian expression “Sol Brilha para Todos” (The sun shines for everyone), reinforcing the principles against prejudice and that, like the sun, sport is for all. The character reflects the main characteristics of the host city and harmonizes with the graphic work developed for the logo and the visual identity of both Games.
