2023-09-05 20:14:56
A noticeable drop for the Pan American Games Santiago 2023 It was announced in the last hours, specifically in the athletics.
The Venezuelan Yulimar Rojaswho recently won the World Athletics Championships in Budapest (Hungary), declined to participate in the multi-sport event in Chile.
The World star and Olympic triple jumper announced his withdrawal from the contest, which begins on October 20, through his official Instagram account.
“We will not be able to attend Santiago because this competition interrupts with the preparation of the winter season, which is fundamental and key for the Olympic Games… I am protecting the 2024 season and I do not want to physically or psychologically put the Olympic Games at risk,” he said.
“My outdoor season culminates on September 17 with my participation in the Diamond League final in Eugene, after that it is important rest and regain strength”, he complemented.
In this way, the gold medalist in Tokyo 2020 will not be in Santiago 2023 to prioritize his preparation for the Olympic Games. of Paris 2024.
Yulimar Rojas even asked forgiveness to Venezuelans residing in Chilewho had acquired a good number of tickets to observe her on the athletic track of the National Stadium.
“I apologize to all the Venezuelans who had already purchased their tickets to see me jump in Santiago 2023, but this is a difficult decision that we have taken thinking of continuing to bring joy to the country in the Olympic Games. I hope everyone knows how to understand ”, she declared.
The 27-year-old native of Caracas presents the world record for the women’s triple jump thanks to a jump of 15 meters and 74 centimeterstrademark registered in 2021.
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