She was named Cuban Sports Woman of the Year in 2001, 2002, and 2004. In July 2001, she set a world record with a throw of 71.54m. This achievement marked her as the first Cuban and Latin American woman to hold a senior world record in track and field.

Her accolades include winning the IAAF award as the world's most promising female junior athlete in 1998. She secured gold at the 1999 Pan American Games and at both the 1996 and 1998 World Junior Championships. At just 17 years old, she finished seventh at the 1997 World Championships with a throw of 63.76m.

Competition Tactics

In the 2005 World Championships in Helsinki, Finland, she broke her own javelin world record using her usual tactics. "I loaded all my power to my first throw. I have this same tactic in every competition," she said. She aims to perform her best on the first throw to avoid wasting time and waiting for final rounds.

"Every time I go out on the track I try to do my best on the first throw," she added. "I cannot waste time and wait for the final rounds to win the gold medal. I try to start fast and hard."

Future Plans

Looking ahead, she plans to continue competing at international levels and aims for further success in upcoming championships. Her dedication to training and consistent performance will be crucial as she strives for more records and titles.

Her journey from being discovered by Noel Serrat to setting world records under Dionisio Quintana's coaching highlights her commitment and talent in javelin throwing. As she continues to compete, her achievements will inspire many aspiring athletes in Cuba and beyond.