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Mexican boxer Marco Verde Álvarez secured at least bronze by reaching the semifinals of the 71 kg category at Paris 2024 Olympics, adding to Mexico's medal count. His victory over Indian Nishant Dev showcases his skill and determination.
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Mexican archery team, led by Valencia and Grande, falls short in Paris Olympics. Despite early victories, they're defeated in quarterfinals. Valencia wins bronze in women's team event, showcasing Mexico's archery prowess.
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Uziel Muñoz, a Mexican shot put athlete, made history by reaching the Olympic final in Paris 2024, becoming the first Mexican to achieve this feat. Despite challenging conditions, he secured an impressive eighth place finish.
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Mexican divers Osmar Olvera and Juan Manuel Celaya secured silver in the synchronized 3m springboard at Paris 2024, marking Mexico's first Olympic medal in the event. Their impressive performance, highlighted by exceptional synchronicity, positioned them on the podium behind China.
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Gabriela Rodríguez, a Mexican skeet shooter, aims for Paris 2024. She currently ranks fourth after the first day of qualifying, with 73 out of 75 targets hit. The Coahuilense seeks to maintain her position to secure a spot in the medal round.
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Mexican rowing duo Carballo and López finished 10th in the lightweight double scull at Paris 2024 Olympics, showcasing determination in the B final despite not medaling.
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Mexican kayaker Sofía Reinoso Díaz-Barriga qualifies for the kayak cross round of 16 after a dramatic race. Despite a collision, a penalty for her opponent secured her second place finish. Reinoso will compete in the quarterfinals on Sunday.
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Mexican archers shine at Paris 2024. Valencia fights back to advance, young Grande impresses, while veterans Vázquez and Rojas bid emotional farewells. Team wins bronze, raising national hopes.
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Mexican golfers Ancer and Ortiz made their Olympic debut at the Paris 2024 Games. Despite weather interruptions, Ortiz finished 14th and Ancer 29th in the first round of the men's individual stroke play.
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Mexico's equestrian jumping team qualified for the Paris 2024 Olympics final after placing 10th overall. The team, composed of Fernández, Garza, and Hank, will compete against nine other nations for the gold medal.
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Mexican windsurfer Mariana Aguilar is currently ranked 16th in the women's iQFoil class at the Paris 2024 Olympics, held in Marseille. The Pan American gold medalist aims to advance to the Final after five more races.
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Alegna González Muñoz finished fifth in the women's 20 km race walk at the Paris 2024 Olympics, improving on her Tokyo result. Despite missing a medal, she remains determined to win one in the mixed relay and is grateful for the support she received.
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Marco Alonso Verde Álvarez, a Mexican boxer, makes his Olympic debut in Paris 2024 with a victory against Tiago Muxanga from Mozambique by split decision. Despite a challenging second round, Verde managed to secure the win and advance to the quarterfinals.
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Mexican divers Orozco and Agúndez narrowly missed the podium in the synchronized platform diving event at the Paris Olympics, finishing fifth. Despite a strong start, a crucial dive error cost them a medal.
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Prisca Awiti Alcaraz, a Mexican judoka born in London, won silver at Paris 2024, becoming Mexico's first Olympic judo medalist. Her journey from gymnastics to judo stardom, overcoming challenges and finding inspiration in family and music, led to a historic victory.
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Mexican surfer Alan Cleland Quiñonez, world champion and Olympic debutant, was eliminated in round 3 of the Paris 2024 Games in Teahupo'o, Tahiti, after a close duel with Frenchman Joan Duru.