Latin American teams competing in the 2012 London Olympics are proving that they are among the elite athletes in a number of events. Some countries, like Guatemala, are even celebrating their very first Olympic medal.
Take a look at the athletes from across Latin America who have shined this summer. From Venezuela to Cuba, these athletes are making their countries proud.
Felix Sanchez, Dominican Republic, Men’s 400m Hurdles Gold Medalist
Arthur Nbarrete Zanetti, Brazil, Artistic Gymnastics Men’s Rings Gold Medalist
Erick Barrondo, Guatemala, Race Walk Silver Medalist
Aida Roman Arroyo, Mexico, Women’s Individual Archery Silver Medalist
German Sanchez (L) and Ivan Garcia Navarro (R), Mexico, Men’s Sychronised 10m Platform Diving Silver Medalists.
Ruben Limardo Gascon, Venezuela, Men’s Epee Individual Fencing Gold Medalist
Juan Martin Del Potro, Argentina, Men’s Singles Tennis Bronze Medalist.
Leuris Pupo, Cuba, 25m Rapid Fire Pistol Shooting Gold Medalist
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I would have loved to see all those competitions on TV just as we had the opportunity to see the Soccer World Cup in 2010.