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“I’ve been bullied because of my size”: the 12-year-old, 1.83-meter-tall child prodigy who dreams of representing Peru

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Tiana Santa Cruz, a 12-year-old volleyball prodigy from Peru standing 1.83 meters tall, has spoken out about experiencing bullying due to her height. As a young member of Peru's National Talent Search Project 2032, she harbours ambitions of representing the country's national volleyball team.

The case highlights ongoing efforts within Peruvian volleyball to scout and develop future athletic figures for the national selection. At the same time, the young athlete's public statements bring attention to the personal challenges and social scrutiny faced by exceptional youth talents during their development.

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Same story, different emphasis — here's what each outlet chose to lead with.

Infobae (Buenos Aires, Argentina) Focuses on the personal struggles and athletic potential of a young volleyball prodigy.
Read the full story at the source Diario Libre (Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic) · DO
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