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María Guadalupe González Olympics

At age 24, she took up race walking after a knee injury halted her boxing career. Known as "Lupita," she initially did not enjoy race walking. However, her determination led her to continue despite being accepted for employment. Her parents supported her Olympic dreams, and she took the risk to pursue them.

Athletics
Mexico
Birth Date: Jan 9, 1989
María Guadalupe González profile image
Height: 5′3″
Birth Place: Tlalnepantla
Olympic Experience: 2016

María Guadalupe González Olympic Medals

Olympic Medals

0
Gold
1
Silver
0
Bronze
1
Total

María Guadalupe González Olympics Milestones

Season Event Rank
2016 Women's 20km Walk S Silver

María Guadalupe González Biography

She is an athlete and student fluent in Spanish. She pursued higher education in Management Information Systems at the Autonomous University of the State of Mexico. Her journey in athletics began after a knee injury prevented her from continuing with boxing.

Transition to Race Walking

She wanted to compete in boxing at the 2012 Olympic Games in London. However, a knee injury forced her into physiotherapy. She started running but faced knee problems. A coach suggested race walking and sent her to a specialised coach. Despite initial reluctance, she decided to continue.

International Debut

Her international debut came in 2013 at the Central American and Caribbean Championship in Morelia, Mexico. Competing for Mexico, she showcased her talent on an international stage.

Achievements and Challenges

In 2015, she won gold in the women's 20km race walking event at the Pan American Games in Toronto, Canada. She set a new Games record but collapsed due to dehydration caused by 90% humidity. She was taken to a hospital and recovered after two hours.

Coaching and Inspiration

Her personal coach is Juan Hernandez. She draws inspiration from Mexican sprinter Ana Guevara, aiming to emulate her speed and success.

Future Plans

Looking ahead, she plans to continue competing at high levels and aims for more international success. Her journey from boxing to race walking highlights her resilience and dedication.

María Guadalupe González FAQs on Olympics

  • Who is María Guadalupe González?

    At age 24, she took up race walking after a knee injury halted her boxing career. Known as "Lupita," she initially did not enjoy race walking. However, her determination led her to continue despite being accepted for employment. Her parents supported her Olympic dreams, and she took the risk to pursue them.

  • Which game does María Guadalupe González play?
    María Guadalupe González, a famous Athletics from Mexico, proudly competes for the country in international Athletics events.
  • In which city María Guadalupe González was born?
    María Guadalupe González was born on January 9, 1989 in Tlalnepantla, Mexico.
  • How many Olympic medals has María Guadalupe González won throughout her Athletics career?
    María Guadalupe González has won 1 Olympic medal in Athletics throughout her career.
  • When did María Guadalupe González first compete in the Olympics?
    She represented Mexico at the 2016 Olympics.
  • What is María Guadalupe González's height?
    María Guadalupe González's height is 5 feet 3″ inches.
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