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Arly Velásquez, único mexicano en los Juegos Paralímpicos de Invierno Milano-Cortina
- Arly Velásquez will be the sole Mexican at the Milano Cortina Winter Paralympics, signaling a historic solo representation.
- Velásquez trains in Cortina d’Ampezzo and did not participate in the opening parade.
- This will be Velásquez’s fifth Paralympic appearance, following Vancouver 2010 through Beijing 2022.
- Velásquez holds the most Paralympic appearances among Mexican athletes.
- The Winter Paralympics Milano Cortina run from March 6 to 15 with around 650 athletes from 50 countries.
- Claro Sports will broadcast the events, including multiple seated events like downhill and slalom.
- The Mexican delegation highlights Velásquez’s long Paralympic track and national record.
- The opening ceremony featured Velásquez appearing on a screen rather than marching.
- Velásquez’s participation adds to Mexico’s growing Paralympic presence in winter sports.
- Gayosso, a Sports Illustrated Mexico journalist, provides context on Velásquez’s Paralympic journey.
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