Sánchez Born in Turbo, Antioquia, 32 years ago. Since the age of 13, she began her career in weightlifting, driven by the support of her mother, Erlindaand her coach, Raquel Salomé Correa. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated remarkable strength and skill, Lifting up to 112 kilograms in the snatch and 145 in the clean and jerkwhich has led her to be a formidable competitor in her 71 kilogram category.
In a close final for second place on the podium, the Colombian beat Ecuadorian Angie Paola Palacios by one kilo.
The nod to ‘One Piece’
With her stockings, the Antioquian made a I wink at Luffy, who is the protagonist of the iconic anime One Piece, and has the dream of becoming the king of the pirates.
This character inspires many people who are fans of Japanese comics, due to the sharpness of his decisions, the constant desire to pursue his goal without trampling on others, and his justice for freedom.
Anime at the Olympics
Other Olympic athletes have also made references to the world of anime during Paris 2024.
One Piece made its debut with the Italian athlete Lorenzo Simonelli, who wore Luffy’s iconic straw hat.
The second silver medalist for Colombia, Yeison Lopezthey nickname him Gokulike the protagonist of the well-known anime Dragon Ball.
Likewise, Noah Lylesthe American athlete who took bronze in the 200 meters, celebrated her victory by making a Kamehameha, alluding to Dragon Ball, as well as making a sign with her hands Satoru Gojo’s Jujutsu Kaisen.