Almudena Muñoz facts for kids
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| Born | 4 November 1968 (age 56) Valencia, Spain |
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| Occupation | Judoka | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Country | Spain | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Sport | Judo | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight class | –52 kg | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| World finals |  (1993) |
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| Regional finals |  (1993) |
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| Olympic finals |  (1992) |
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Almudena Muñoz Martínez is a famous former judoka from Spain. She was born on November 4, 1968. Almudena is best known for winning a gold medal in judo at the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona, Spain. She competed in the women's 52 kg weight class. She also took part in the 1996 Summer Olympics held in Atlanta, United States.
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Almudena's Olympic Journey
Almudena Muñoz made history at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics. This was a very special event for her, as it was held in her home country, Spain. She competed in the women's 52 kg judo division.
Winning Gold in Barcelona
At the 1992 Summer Olympics, Almudena showed incredible skill and determination. She fought her way through many tough matches. Her hard work paid off when she won the gold medal. This was a huge achievement for her and for Spain. It made her an Olympic champion.
Competing in Atlanta
After her big win in Barcelona, Almudena continued her judo career. She went on to compete in the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta. Competing in two Olympic Games is a great accomplishment for any athlete.
Other Major Achievements
Besides her Olympic success, Almudena Muñoz also won medals at other important judo competitions. These events bring together the best judokas from around the world and Europe.
World Championships Medal
In 1993, Almudena competed at the World Judo Championships. This major event was held in Hamilton, Canada. She performed very well and earned a silver medal in the women's 52 kg category. This showed she was one of the top judokas globally.
European Champion
Also in 1993, Almudena became a European champion. She won a gold medal at the European Judo Championships in Athens, Greece. This victory confirmed her status as a leading judoka in Europe.
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- Spanish Olympic Committee
See also
In Spanish: Almudena Muñoz para niños
