Guillermo Martínez

Cuban javelin thrower and Olympic athlete

Guillermo Martínez - Cuban javelin thrower and Olympic athlete
Born

June 28th, 1981
44 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Cuba

Links & References

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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