Guatemala at the Paralympics
| Guatemala at the Paralympics | |
|---|---|
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| IPC code | GUA |
| NPC | Comité Paralimpico Guatemalteco |
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| Summer appearances | |
Winter Paralympics.[1]
Guatemalans have, however, won two Paralympic medals. Weightlifter J.R. de Leon won his country's only medal during its inaugural participation in 1976, lifting 150 kg in the men's featherweight category, to take bronze. Guatemala's first (and so far only) gold medal also came in weightlifting, and was won by José Rolando, the only Guatemalan representative at the 1988 Games. Competing in the up to 57 kg category, he lifted 175 kg to become Paralympic champion.[2]
List of medallists
| Medal | Name | Games | Sport | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Gold |
José Rolando de León | 1988 Seoul | Weightlifting | Men's Up To 57 kg |
 Bronze |
José Rolando de León | 1976 Toronto | Weightlifting | Men's Featherweight |
See also
References
- ^ Guatemala at the Paralympics, International Paralympic Committee
- ^ Guatemala at the Paralympics, International Paralympic Committee
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