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The Cuban José Ramón Pelier was crowned champion this Sunday in the final of the C-1 at 5,000 meters during the Canoeing World Cup, held at the canal in the city of Szeged, Hungary.
According to the agency Prensa Latina, Pelier dominated the challenging long-distance event with authority, clocking a time of 23 minutes, 20 seconds, and 97 hundredths, which earned Cuba its first medal in the event and temporarily placed it in seventh place in the overall medal standings.
Behind the Cuban, a two-time Olympic competitor in Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024, were Jaime Duro (Spain, 23:37.91) and Adolf Balazs (Hungary, 24:04.94), in that order
The performance of Pelier confirms his status as one of the leading figures in current Cuban canoeing, although some specialists and fans argue that he owes a significant result in the social category.
With Pelier's medal, Cuba joined the medal tally in a competition that has been largely dominated by the host delegation, which has so far won 7 golds, 4 silvers, and 6 bronzes.
Frequently Asked Questions about José Ramón Pelier's Victory in the Canoeing World Cup
Who is José Ramón Pelier and what did he achieve at the Canoeing World Cup in Hungary?
José Ramón Pelier is a Cuban canoer who became the champion in the C-1 5,000 meters final at the Canoeing World Cup in Szeged, Hungary, thus earning Cuba's first gold medal in the event. Pelier recorded a time of 23 minutes, 20 seconds, and 97 hundredths, standing out against competitors from Spain and Hungary.
What impact does Pelier's medal have on the medal table of the World Cup?
With the gold medal from José Ramón Pelier, Cuba temporarily secured the seventh place in the overall medal table at the Canoeing World Cup. This achievement is significant, especially considering the dominance of the host delegation, Hungary, which leads with 7 golds, 4 silvers, and 6 bronzes.
What is José Ramón Pelier's international trajectory?
José Ramón Pelier has been a Olympic competitor in Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024, establishing himself as one of the leading figures in current Cuban canoeing. His recent victory in Hungary reinforces his prominence in this sport, although some experts believe he still owes a significant result in social categories.
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