University of Chile wins medals in national university championships

The University of Chile achieved multiple podium finishes during the 2026 National University Championships held in Antofagasta, Santiago, and Valdivia.

In chess, the university team secured second place overall. Individual achievements included César Chacón winning silver in the classical category and Maximiliano Galleguillos earning bronze in both classical and blitz formats.

The university also saw success in cross country, earning two team medals, and in judo, where a male athlete secured a bronze medal.