Olimpiadas de Oro 2026 concludes in Tlaxcala

The 2026 Gold Olympics for Seniors (Olimpiadas de Oro) concluded in Tlaxcala, bringing together 1,842 participants from 19 delegations across Mexico. The event featured 13 disciplines, including athletics, swimming, chess, dominoes, and various cultural activities such as folk dance and poetry recitation.

Representing the State of Mexico, the DIFEM delegation secured second place nationally. The competition, organized by the National DIF in coordination with CONADE and local authorities, served as a platform to promote active lifestyles and social interaction among older adults.

The Veracruz delegation also achieved notable success, earning six medals. Individual highlights included Saturnina Alemán Adriano winning first place in shot put and José Luis Mota Jiménez taking first place in individual singing. Other achievements included podium finishes in cachibol, sprinting, and partner dancing.