Luis Arana (sailor) facts for kids
Luis Arana on 1 January 1902
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| Nationality | Spanish | |||||||||||||
| Born | 14 February 1876 Santander, Cantabria |
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| Died | 7 June 1951 (aged 75) Madrid |
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| Class(es) | 6 Metre | |||||||||||||
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Medal record
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Luis Arana Urigüen was a skilled sailor from Spain. He was born in Santander, Cantabria, on February 14, 1876. He later passed away in Madrid on June 7, 1951. Luis Arana is best known for proudly representing his home country at the 1928 Summer Olympics. This exciting event took place in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Meet Luis Arana: Spain's Olympic Sailor
Luis Arana Urigüen grew up with a love for the sea. Born in Santander, a city on Spain's northern coast, he was surrounded by water. This likely helped him develop his passion for sailing from a young age. He became a respected figure in the world of Spanish sailing.
Competing at the 1928 Amsterdam Olympics
In 1928, Luis Arana had the amazing opportunity to compete in the Summer Olympics. The Olympic Games are a huge international sports event where athletes from all over the world come together. Competing there is a great honor for any athlete. Luis Arana represented Spain in the sailing competition.
The 6 Metre Sailing Event
Luis Arana competed in a specific type of sailing race called the "6 Metre" class. In this event, sailors race special boats that are about 6 meters (around 20 feet) long. These boats are designed for speed and agility. Sailors need a lot of skill to control them in different wind conditions. The 6 Metre class was a popular and challenging event at the Olympics during that time. Luis Arana finished 13th in this tough competition.
