Maximiliano Alonso facts for kids
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | May 22, 1986 |
| Education | Fort Hays State University |
| Sport | |
| Sport | Athletics |
| Event(s) | Shot put, Discus throw |
| College team | Fort Hays State Tigers |
Maximiliano "Max" Alonso was born on October 10, 1986. He is a talented athlete from Chile. Max is best known for his skills in two main sports: the shot put and the discus throw. He has competed in many big events and even won a bronze medal in the shot put at the South American Championships in 2011.
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Max's Athletic Journey
Max Alonso has represented his country, Chile, in many important athletics competitions. He started competing at a young age, showing his talent in both shot put and discus throw.
Early Competitions
In 2004, Max took part in the South American Under-23 Championships in Venezuela. He competed in both the shot put and discus throw events. The next year, in 2005, he achieved his first big win at the South American Junior Championships in Argentina. He won a gold medal in the shot put and a bronze medal in the discus throw. This was a great start to his career!
Winning Medals
Max continued to compete and improve. In 2008, he earned a silver medal in the discus throw at the South American Under-23 Championships held in Peru. He also won a bronze medal in the shot put at the 2011 South American Championships in Argentina.
His success continued in 2013 at the Bolivarian Games in Peru. There, he won two more bronze medals, one for the shot put and another for the discus throw. These medals show how dedicated and skilled Max is in both of his main events.
Later Competitions
Max has competed in many other major events, including the Ibero-American Championships and the Pan American Sports Festival. He consistently performed well, often placing in the top group of athletes. His long career shows his passion for athletics and his commitment to his sport.
Max's Best Results
Athletes keep track of their "personal bests," which are their best-ever results in each event. Here are Max Alonso's top performances:
Outdoor Records
- Shot put – 18.40 meters (achieved in Turlock in 2011)
- Discus throw – 60.85 meters (achieved in Hays in 2014)
- Hammer throw – 45.42 meters (achieved in Provo in 2010)
Indoor Records
- Shot put – 18.34 meters (achieved in Manhattan in 2011)
These numbers show how far Max can throw the shot put and discus, which are impressive distances!
