Brasília, 2 (Agência Brasil - ABr) - The head of the National Sports Secretariat, Lars Grael (a former Olympic medalist in yachting), says that the conquest of the penta-championship at the World Cup of Soccer will provide a stimulus for Brazilian athletes in general. "This was a formidable victory. It is part of work done over the last few years to raise Brazilian self-esteem and civic and patriotic values," said Grael. "There is nothing like the national soccer team to bring out a spontaneous demonstration of Brazilian patriotism." (AB)