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Boxing competitions at South American Games

Overview

During the 2026 South American Games in Argentina, several boxers achieved podium finishes.

On September 18, Ecuadorian boxer Gerlon Congo won the gold medal in the over 90 kg category in Rafaela. Congo secured the title via a 3-2 split decision victory against Brazil’s Joel da Silva, following a similar 3-2 split decision win in the semifinals against Argentina’s Enzo Gallardo.

Later, Colombian boxer Juan Diego, referred to as ‘La Máquina’, earned a bronze medal in the 80 kilogram category during competitions held in Santa Fe.

Entities

Ángel Cortés · South American Games 2026 · Gerlon Congo · Argentina · Colombia

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Timeline

  1. 10 days ago

    [SPORTS] 5 sources
    Juan Diego Ortiz wins bronze medal in boxing at South American Games

    Colombian boxer Juan Diego Ortiz won a bronze medal in the 80kg category at the 2026 South American Games in Santa Fe, Argentina.

  2. 13 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Gerlon Congo wins gold in boxing at South American Games

    Ecuadorian boxer Gerlon Congo claimed gold in the over 90 kg category at the 2026 South American Games after defeating Brazil's Joel da Silva by a 3-2 split decision.

Sources

diariodelcauca.com.co · diariodelhuila.com · diariodelsur.com.co · elcomercio.com.ec · hsbnoticias.com · mejorinformado.com · tvn-2.com