Adriano has captivated the world with his ability, courage and his charismatic personality. Motivated by his faith and convinced that God is always by his side; Adriano has achieved his life's mission through professional bull riding.

Adriano knows that his riding has meant much more than just entertaining the crowd, as well as the many prizes and titles that he has won. A committed Christian, Adriano has made the art of bull riding into a testimony of his tireless journey to know God.

Adriano experienced adversity at an early age. He was born on a dirt floor and grew up as one of five children in a poor family in rural Brazil. His life is a living testimony to the fact that it is possible to live out your faith and principles in today¹s world.

He is convinced that his success is due to his faith, and the opportunities that God has provided to him.

Through his faith, hope, courage and tremendous will to win, the Champion teaches us how to not only overcome the adversities in life, but to live life victoriously.

Adriano is married to Flavia and is a proud father of four young sons. He and Flavia are members of the New Song Catholic Community that focuses on media ministries throughout the world.

Adriano possesses a unique blend of personal characteristics that have made him a 3-time world champion who is loved and respected for these qualities: