Santiago Pérez (racewalker) facts for kids
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Santiago Pérez Alonso is a famous Spanish race walker. He was born on January 12, 1972, in Vigo, Pontevedra. Santiago is known for competing in many important races around the world.
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What is Race Walking?
Race walking is a sport where athletes walk as fast as they can. It's different from running because one foot must always be on the ground. Also, the front leg must be straight when it touches the ground. Santiago Pérez Alonso was a professional in this challenging sport. He mostly competed in the 50-kilometer race, which is a very long distance!
Santiago's Amazing Race Walking Career
Santiago Pérez Alonso represented Spain in many big competitions. He showed great skill and determination in his races.
Competing for Spain
Santiago took part in several World Championships. These are huge events where athletes from all over the globe compete. He also raced in the World Race Walking Cup. This competition is specifically for race walkers.
European Championships and Cups
He had some great results at the European Championships. In 1998, he finished 6th in the 50 km race in Budapest, Hungary. Santiago also earned medals in the European Race Walking Cup. He won two silver medals with his team in 2000 and 2001. In 2009, his team won a bronze medal.
Olympic Games
Santiago Pérez Alonso competed in the Olympic Games twice. The Olympics are the biggest sports event in the world!
- In 2004, he raced in Athens, Greece. He finished in an impressive 8th place in the 50 km walk.
- He also competed in the 2008 Olympics in Beijing, China.
Santiago's career shows how much hard work and dedication it takes to be a top athlete. He competed for many years at the highest level of race walking.
See also
In Spanish: Santiago Pérez Alonso para niños
