Biography
Started: He took up the sport in 2012 in Rio Tercero, Argentina. (UNIFE TV YouTube channel, 02 Jan 2024)
Reason: He previously played football but he switched to athletics as his vision was deteriorating. At first he was a javelin thrower before coach Guillermo Mores convinced him to switch to sprints and long jump. (UNIFE TV YouTube channel, 02 Jan 2024)
Ambition: To win a medal at the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris. (UNIFE TV YouTube channel, 02 Jan 2024)
Additional Info: FROM PARAGUAY TO ARGENTINA
He was born in Paraguay. At age 11 he came to Argentina seeking treatment for his impairment, and while there he met coach Guillermo Mores, who introduced him to athletics. He returned to Argentina at age 17, and went on to gain Argentinian citizenship. (UNIFE TV YouTube channel, 02 Jan 2024)
Personal Details
GenderMale
Birth DateDecember 20, 1999
Place of ResidenceBUENOS AIRES
OccupationAthlete
Languages SpokenSpanish
CoachBruno Franco Zanacchi [personal]
Highlights
| Rank | Event | Year | Location | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| World Championships | ||||
| 4 | Long Jump - T12 | 2024 | Kobe, JPN | 6.96 |
| 8 | 100m - T12 | 2023 | Paris, FRA | 11.57 |
| 8 | Long Jump - T12 | 2023 | Paris, FRA | 6.58 |
| ParaPan American Games | ||||
| 1 | 100m - T12 | 2023 | Santiago, CHI | 11.18 |
