María del Rosario Espinoza and Rosa María Guerrero receive National Sports Award 2026

Mexican athletes María del Rosario Espinoza and Rosa María Guerrero have been honored with the 2026 National Sports Award, the highest distinction granted by the Government of Mexico for excellence in sports.

Espinoza, a triple Olympic medalist in taekwondo, received the award in the Coaches category. Following her competitive career, which included gold in Beijing 2008, bronze in London 2012, and silver in Rio 2016, she has transitioned into coaching the Mexican para taekwondo national team. Her work has contributed to the success of athletes such as Juan Diego García López, who secured gold medals at international Grand Prix events in Muju, South Korea, and Paris, France.

Rosa María Guerrero was recognized for her achievements in para-athletics. As a Paralympic medalist specializing in discus throw, Guerrero has established herself as a prominent figure in Mexico’s adapted sports community through her international competitive results.