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The swimmer Melissa Diego, originally from Guatemala with Cuban heritage from her father, made history at the XII Central American Games Guatemala 2025 by setting a record in the 100-meter backstroke event, with a time of 1:02.65, which earned her the gold medal.
With an impeccable performance and great technical skill, Melissa established herself as one of the best swimmers in the region, surpassing rivals from countries with a long tradition in water sports.
This golden triumph is complemented by the silver medal also achieved by the athlete in the 50-meter backstroke event, with a time of 29.90 seconds, reaffirming her versatility and strength in Central American swimming.
This outstanding performance has been made possible under the guidance and experience of his father and coach, the Cuban Juan Manuel Diego Olite, who has been residing in Guatemala City for over three decades.
Known affectionately as Juanma, he is a respected figure in the world of swimming and sport fishing, with an extensive background in training athletes who have achieved significant results in national, Central American, Pan American, and world competitions.
The achievement of Melissa Diego not only represents a personal and familial victory but also a symbol of the shared effort between Guatemala and Cuba for the development of a sport like swimming.
“Her speed, technique, and determination place her among the best in the region,” were the words of the Federación Nacional de Natación de Guatemala on their social media after learning about the Central American record set by the swimmer.
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