Santo Domingo. — In a historic day for national sports, Dominican judoka Ana Rosa was crowned champion in the -57 kg category, awarding the Dominican Republic its first gold medal at the XXV Central American and Caribbean Games Santo Domingo 2026.
The triumph was celebrated and shared by the Minister of Sports, Kelvin Cruz, who highlighted the feat through the institution’s official social media channels:
“Our judoka Ana Rosa is crowned champion in the -57 kg category, winning the gold medal for our country (…). Her dedication, discipline, and determination are a source of pride for the entire nation.”
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With this feat in the discipline of judo, the country begins its participation in the regional event in a brilliant way, consolidating the work, preparation, and commitment of the Dominican athletes who represent the national flag at home.
