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Dominican Republic wins gold in wrestling and Colombia snatches it from Mexico in 400 meters swimming

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During the XXV Central American and Caribbean Games in Santo Domingo on Friday, July 31, Dominican athlete Christopher Foca won the gold medal in the 86-kilogram freestyle wrestling event after defeating Mexico's Kevin de León 5-0.

In other events at the Games, Colombia secured a victory over Mexico in the 400-meter swimming competition. Additionally, the host nation's swimming delegation achieved historic milestones, highlighted by Victoria Garza winning a silver medal, which marked the first time a female athlete has earned a diving medal for the Dominican Republic.

Overall, the athletic performances highlight a notably fruitful competition for Dominican sports, particularly within swimming and diving events at the ongoing multi-sport games in Santo Domingo.

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