Fluminense fell two points off the pace in the Brazilian championship when they were held 3-3 by title holders Flamengo yesterday.
Corinthians went top on Saturday with a 3-0 win over bottom team Gremio Prudente.
After 23 rounds, Corinthians have 44 points, two more than Fluminense.
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