Angelina Solari wins Uruguay's first gold at South American Games

Uruguay secured its first gold medal at the 2026 South American Games in Santa Fe, Argentina, through swimmer Angelina Solari. The 18-year-old athlete won the 100-meter freestyle, setting a new national record with a time of 55.41 seconds.

In other sporting events, the Uruguayan women's field hockey team debuted with a 12-0 victory over Peru. In boxing, several athletes have advanced to the semifinals, including Lucas Fernández, Joaquín García, and Tatiana Correa, ensuring upcoming medal opportunities. Additionally, the Uruguayan men's field hockey team lost 3-2 to Brazil in their opening Group A match, and the beach volleyball teams competed in Group D.