News Americas, New York, NY, August 8, 2024: Caribbean athletes from six countries have given the region and its Diaspora much to cheer about, securing 16 medals to date at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.
Cuba and Jamaica lead the medal tally with five medals each. Cuba has earned two gold medals, one silver, and two bronze. Erislandy Alvarez Borges took gold in the Men’s 63.5kg boxing match, while Mijain Lopez Nunez won gold in the Men’s Greco-Roman 130kg wrestling match. Gabriel Alejandro Rosillo Kindelan earned bronze in the Men’s Greco-Roman 97kg wrestling match, and Arlen Lopez Cardona also won bronze in the Men’s 80kg boxing competition. Yusneylis Guzman Lopez is the only woman to medal for Cuba so far, securing a silver in the Women’s Freestyle 50kg swimming competition.
Jamaica secured its first gold medal on August 7, with Roje Stona’s win in the Men’s Discus Throw. This adds to the silver medals won by Kishane Thompson in the Men’s 100m on August 3, Wayne Pinnock in the Men’s Long Jump, and Shanieka Ricketts in the Women’s Triple Jump. Rajindra Campbell rounds out Jamaica’s medal tally with a bronze in the Men’s Shot Put on August 3.
St. Lucia celebrated its first-ever Olympic medals, both won by Julien Alfred. She claimed the title of World’s Fastest Woman on August 3 by winning the Women’s 100m and also took silver in the Women’s 200m race.
Dominica secured its first Olympic medal ever, a gold, won by Thea La Fond in the Women’s Triple Jump.
The Dominican Republic’s Yunior Alcantara Reyes and Cristian Javier Pinales both bagged bronze in the Men’s 51kg and Men’s 80kg boxing matches, respectively.
Grenada’s Lindon Victor won his country’s only medal so far, a bronze in the Men’s Decathlon.
These achievements highlight the incredible talent and determination of Caribbean athletes, showcasing their dedication and excellence on the world stage. As the 2024 Paris Olympic Games continue, the region remains hopeful for more victories and inspiring performances from its athletes.
