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The Cuban Juan Miguel Echevarría, one of the brightest talents in Cuban athletics over the past decade, stretched himself to 8.24 meters in the long jump once again, this time at the international meet in Ciudad de Salamanca, and was crowned champion of the event.
Just a week after achieving that same mark in Castellón, the Camagüey high jumper confirms that his return to a high level is no coincidence. The record, reached on his fifth attempt, established him as the undisputed leader of the competition.
Solid mastery and key jump
Echevarría started the competition with a jump of 7.70 meters, committed a foul on his second attempt, and recorded 7.89 meters on his third, putting him at the top of the event, according to La Gaceta de Salamanca.
Later, the silver medalist from the Tokyo 2020 Olympics decided to forgo the fourth jump and then, with great technique and confidence, recorded a distance of 8.24 m that secured his victory without the need for a sixth round.
The Portuguese Pedro Pires (7.74 m) and the Spanish Eusebio Cáceres (7.67 m) completed the podium, without threatening the lead of the Cuban, who competes under the guidance of the legendary Iván Pedroso and resides in Spain, although he has decided to maintain his representation for his home country.
Road to the World Cup and possible qualification by ranking
The result holds a special value: Echevarría had not surpassed 8 meters since 2021, the year he won the Olympic silver in Tokyo. Injuries and other challenges kept him away from the track for a long time. His return in 2023 was not enough to qualify for the Paris 2024 Games, but his current performance opens a new window of hope.
To secure your participation in the World Championship in Tokyo (September 2025), you need to reach 8.27 meters, a mark that already seems within your reach. If you do not achieve it directly, your current performance may grant you a spot through the world ranking.
Frequently asked questions about Juan Miguel Echevarría's return to high-level athletics
How did Juan Miguel Echevarría perform at the International Meeting in Ciudad de Salamanca?
Juan Miguel Echevarría achieved a jump of 8.24 meters at the Ciudad de Salamanca international meet, which allowed him to become the champion of the event. This jump solidified his undisputed leadership in the competition, demonstrating his return to a high level in athletics.
What does Echevarría's recent performance mean for his athletic career?
The recent performance of Echevarría, with consecutive jumps of 8.24 meters, opens a new window of hope for his qualification for the World Championship in Tokyo 2025. Although he was unable to qualify for the Paris 2024 Games, his current performance could secure him a ticket to the World Championship through the world ranking.
Who completed the podium at the meeting in Salamanca alongside Juan Miguel Echevarría?
The podium was completed by the Portuguese Pedro Pires and the Spaniard Eusebio Cáceres, with jumps of 7.74 meters and 7.67 meters, respectively. Neither of them was able to challenge the leadership of the Cuban Echevarría in the competition.
What is Juan Miguel Echevarría's next goal in his sports career?
The next goal for Echevarría is to secure his participation in the World Championship in Tokyo 2025. To achieve this, he needs to reach a mark of 8.27 meters, although his current performance could grant him a qualification through the world ranking.
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