David Canal facts for kids

David Canal Valero (born on December 7, 1978, in Barcelona, Catalonia) is a former Spanish sprinter. He was best known for competing in the 400 metres race. David represented Spain in many important athletics events around the world.

What are David Canal's Main Achievements?

David Canal Valero achieved several notable successes during his career as a sprinter. He won medals at various international championships, showing his talent in both individual races and team relays.

Junior and Early Career Highlights

• In 1997, David had a fantastic year at the 1997 European Athletics Junior Championships in Slovenia. He won two gold medals: one in the 400 metres race and another as part of the 4x400 metres relay team.
• In 1998, he earned a bronze medal in the 400 metres and a silver medal in the 4x400 metres relay at the 1998 Ibero-American Championships in Athletics in Portugal.
• Later that year, at the 1998 European Athletics Championships in Hungary, he helped his team win a bronze medal in the 4x400 metres relay.

Senior Level Successes

• David continued to shine in the senior categories. In 2000, he won a silver medal in the 400 metres at the 2000 European Indoor Athletics Championships in Belgium.
• He also competed in the Olympic Games in Sydney, Australia, and the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens, Greece, representing Spain.
• In 2002, David won another silver medal in the 400 metres at the 2002 European Athletics Championships in Germany. He also took home a bronze medal with his team in the 4x400 metres relay at the 2002 European Indoor Athletics Championships in Austria.
• One of his last major medals was in 2005. He won a silver medal in the 400 metres at the 2005 European Athletics Indoor Championships in Spain. He also helped his team win a gold medal in the 4x400 metres relay at the Athletics at the 2005 Mediterranean Games in Spain.

What are David Canal's Personal Best Times?

A "personal best" is the fastest time an athlete has ever achieved in a specific event. David Canal Valero set impressive personal bests during his career:

• 100 metres: 10.53 seconds (set in 2002)
• 200 metres: 20.68 seconds (set in 2004)
• 400 metres: 45.01 seconds (set in 2003)

See also

In Spanish: David Canal para niños