Ana and Gabriel, who is a swimmer for Brazil, left the Olympic Village on the evening of July 26. When they returned, they were both reprimanded.

The next day, Ana’s team raced in the 4×100 relay and placed seventh. As a result of leaving the village without authorization and Ana’s behavior, the Brazilian Confederation of Aquatic Sports (CBDA) and the Brazilian Olympic Committee (COB) decided to punish the two athletes.

The COB announced that Gabriel Santos was punished with a warning and Ana Carolina Vieira was punished with removal from the delegation, requiring her to return to Brazil immediately. In an Instagram Story, Ana claimed that she left her possessions in the Olympic Village and had difficulty reaching the COB for assistance.

She expressed frustration at being unable to access her belongings and difficulty in contacting the COB. Ana also mentioned that despite filing a harassment complaint, she had not received any response.

She emphasized the importance of their work for Brazil and the responsibility they have towards the taxpayers. These events highlight the consequences faced by the athletes for their actions and the subsequent communication challenges that Ana experienced, shedding light on the controversy surrounding their departure from the Olympic Village.