1. Former Cuban Olympian Maricet Espinosa Gonzalez surgery
2. Former Cuban Olympian Maricet Espinosa Gonzalez dies at 34.
Maricet Espinosa Gonzalez, a Cuban judo champion and Olympian, sadly passed away at the age of 34 on January 24. Her sudden death has sent shockwaves throughout the world of judo, leaving many of her admirers in mourning.
According to local reports, Gonzalez had recently undergone breast enlargement surgery on January 21, but it is not clear if this was directly related to her untimely passing. The official cause of her death has been determined to be a heart attack, adding to the tragedy surrounding her loss.
The news of Gonzalez’s passing was shared by the Manuel Fajardo Cuban Sports University’s official Facebook page. The post expressed deep sorrow and extended heartfelt condolences to her family, friends, and colleagues. The entire university community mourns the loss of this outstanding Cuban judoka.
Sports journalist Robiel Vega also expressed his sadness over the devastating news. He fondly remembered Gonzalez’s brilliance in the world of judo, highlighting her talent and dedication from a young age. As a former National Team member, she was known as “La Mole” in the judo community. Vega sent his deepest condolences to her loved ones and paid tribute to her as a true champion.
Maricet Espinosa Gonzalez had an illustrious judo career that made her a highly respected figure in the sport. She secured two gold medals at the Pan American Championships in 2013 and 2014, showcasing her exceptional skills. In addition, she earned a silver medal in the same competition in 2016.
Representing Cuba at the 2016 Olympics in Brazil, Gonzalez competed in the women’s 63kg category. Although she won her first-round match against Nepalese judoka Phupu Lhamu Khatri, she was ultimately defeated by Israel’s Yarden Gerbi in the second round.
Throughout her career, Gonzalez also participated in prestigious events such as the IJF Grand Slam and the IFJ Grand Prix. She won several bronze medals in the -63kg category and claimed a silver medal at the championships in 2016. Her dedication and talent allowed her to compete against renowned judokas like Telma Monteiro, Gevrise Emane, and Ketleyn Quadros.
After retiring from the sport in 2017, Maricet Espinosa Gonzalez tragically passed away, leaving the judo community in mourning once again. Her death follows the loss of Canadian pole vaulter Shawn Barber, who also died at a young age due to medical complications.
The world of judo has lost a true champion in Maricet Espinosa Gonzalez. Her legacy as a talented athlete and her contributions to the sport will be remembered fondly. May she rest in peace, and may her family and friends find solace during this difficult time.
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– Former Cuban Olympian Maricet Espinosa Gonzalez death
– Cuban Olympian Maricet Espinosa Gonzalez surgery complications.
