Under the Paraguayan sun and in front of high -level rivals, the Colombian cyclist dominated the female individual counterreloj, also ensuring its classification to the Pan American Games Lima 2027.
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Colombian cycling came back to the top of the continent and did it at the speed of Natalia Garzón. The young pedalist was crowned champion in the Women's Individual Course (CRI) of the II Junior Asunción 2025 Pan American Games, signing a time of 36 minutes, 43 seconds and 320 thousandthsenough to leave their rivals without options and give Colombia their First gold in these fair.
The test, disputed under the intense Paraguayan sun and on a layout that demanded strong legs and cold mind, had Garzón in control from the first kilometer. Without giving in rhythm or concentration, the Colombian was marking differences until crossing the goal with an advantage over Argentina Julieta Benedetti (Silver, 37: 06,030) and Dolphina dip (Bronze, 37: 43,990). Another Colombian, Luciana Osoriofinished fifth with a time of 38: 48,320, demonstrating the depth of national talent.
The triumph not only is worth the medal. With this victory, Garzón assured direct classification to the Lima 2027 Pan American Gamesbecoming one of the first Colombian athletes with quota confirmed to the maximum multisport event on the continent.
“This triumph means a lot to me, for my family, for my team and for the country. We came with the illusion of winning, and today the goal was fulfilled,” Garzón said with the medal around his neck and a smile that spoke of fulfilled effort.
The feat arrived on the first official day of competitions in Asunción, marking a golden start for the Colombian delegation and remembering, once again, that cycling is still one of its most reliable sports engines.
Results – CRI women
1 Natalia Garzón (Col) – 36: 43,320
2 Julieta Benedetti (Arg) – 37: 06.030
3 Delphina Dibella (Arg) – 37: 43.990
5 Luciana Osorio (Col) – 38: 48,320
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