He is the second Colombian to reach an international final this year in aquatic sports, after Luis Felipe Uribe in dive.
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With strength, grace and a firm objective in mind, Gustavo Sánchez threw himself into water in Chinese territory to represent Colombia in one of the most technical and artistic disciplines of sport: artistic swimming.
His participation not only made him the second Colombian to reach an international final this year – after Luis Felipe Uribe in nailed – but also added a historical medal for the country.
In the Test of the Technician, Gustavo departed as one of the favorites. His routine was highlighted for his expressiveness and artistic sensibility, which positioned him as the best in that category. However, at a level where each tenth account, the technical execution made the difference. In front of powers such as China, Mexico and Great Britain, Gustavo ended up in a tight fourth place, just out of the podium. It was a hard blow, but not the end.
Far from surrendering, Gustavo competed again in the mode of only free. Although his routine was not the riskiest in terms of difficulty, its impeccable execution and the clear narrative in the water convinced the judges. The result: bronze medal. A podium that shared with the very great Chinese (gold) and the British Ranjuo Tomblin (silver). With this performance, Gustavo not only made history, but raised Colombia's name in a stage dominated by traditional powers.
In the technical competence of Mixed Dueto, Gustavo made a team with Mount Emily. The Colombian couple bet again on a solid artistic proposal, but the execution played again against them. With 200 points, they ended in the fifth position. The medals were for Spain, China and Great Britain. Despite the result, the presentation made it clear that Colombian talent has what to compete at the highest level.
There is still an opportunity
Colombia's participation in this international event does not end here. At midnight the free mixed duet test will be played, where Gustavo and Emily will have a new opportunity to get on the podium and close this campaign with another medal for the country.
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