Guillermo Martínez
Cuban javelin thrower and Olympic athlete
Born
June 28th, 1981
43 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Cuba
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Competed in javelin throwing with significant accomplishments in international athletics. Achieved a gold medal at the 2001 World Championships in Athletics held in Edmonton, Canada. Participated in the 2004 Athens Olympics, showcasing talent on a global stage. Established himself as one of the top javelin throwers representing Cuba.
Gold medal at the 2001 World Championships
Participation in the 2004 Athens Olympics
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