Biography
Started: He began the sport in 2016 in Cali, Colombia. (Athlete, 26 Aug 2024)
Reason: He began the sport as part of his physiotherapy exercises. (Athlete, 26 Aug 2024)
Ambition: Winning two gold medals at the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris. (Athlete, 26 Aug 2024)
Sporting Relatives: His sister Leidy Chica has represented Colombia in boccia. The siblings won gold together in the BC4 mixed pairs at the 2022 World Championships in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. (SportsDeskOnline, 14 Mar 2024; noticiascaracol.com, 04 Jul 2023; Athlete, 26 Aug 2024)
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Personal Details
GenderMale
Birth DateDecember 25, 1977
Place of ResidenceCALI
OccupationAthlete
Languages SpokenSpanish
CoachCamilo Ortega [national], COL; Carlos Plaza [national]
Highlights
| Rank | Event | Year | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| World Championships | ||||
| 1 | Pairs - BC4 | 2022 | Rio de Janeiro, BRA | |
| 9 | Individual - BC4 | 2022 | Rio de Janeiro, BRA | |
| ParaPan American Games | ||||
| 1 | Individual - BC4 | 2023 | Santiago, CHI | |
| 2 | Pairs - BC4 | 2023 | Santiago, CHI | |
