Álvaro de Figueroa facts for kids

Álvaro de Figueroa was a talented Spanish polo player. He was born on December 24, 1893, in Madrid, Spain. He became well-known for his skills in polo, a sport played on horseback.

His Life and Sport

Álvaro de Figueroa dedicated much of his life to polo. This exciting sport involves two teams of riders on horses. They use mallets to hit a small ball through goal posts. It requires great skill, teamwork, and horsemanship.

Olympic Achievements

Álvaro de Figueroa represented Spain in the Olympic Games twice. These were major international sports events.

• At the 1920 Summer Olympics held in Antwerp, Belgium, he competed in polo. His team played very well, earning a silver medal for Spain. This was a significant achievement for him and his country.
• He also participated in the 1924 Summer Olympics in Paris, France. Again, he competed in the polo event, showing his continued dedication to the sport.

Álvaro de Figueroa passed away on October 11, 1950, in Madrid, Spain. He is remembered as an Olympic medalist and a key figure in Spanish polo.

See also

In Spanish: Álvaro de Figueroa y Alonso-Martínez para niños