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Martín Martínez wins rally competition alongside father

Martín Martínez, a 16-year-old with autism, secured a victory in the Agrupación 5 category during the II Rallysprint de Lobios. Competing as a co-pilot for the first time, he sat alongside his father, José Antonio Martínez, in a yellow Fiat Seicento.

The race involved several technical challenges, including cooling system issues and obstacles on the track, but the pair successfully completed the course to claim first place. Following their achievement, the Mayor of O Porriño, Alejandro Lorenzo, honored the duo at the Casa do Concello, presenting Martín with a medal for sporting merit.

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Alejandro Lorenzo · II Rallysprint de Lobios · José Antonio Martínez · Martin Martinez · O Porriño