Irving Saladino
Long jumper, Olympic gold medalist
Born
January 23rd, 1983
42 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Panama
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Competed in long jump and achieved significant success in international athletics. Won the gold medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, marking a historic moment for Panama in track and field. Set a personal best jump of 8.73 meters during the 2007 World Championships in Athletics, securing a gold medal at that event. Earned several medals in Central American and Caribbean Games, contributing to the development of track and field in Panama.
Gold medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympics
Gold medal at the 2007 World Championships
National records in long jump
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