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Juan Pablo Duarte Games 2026 in New York

Overview

The 2026 Juan Pablo Duarte Games officially commenced in New York, featuring over 2,000 athletes competing in 22 sporting disciplines. The opening ceremony took place at the George Washington School in Manhattan and was led by Dominican Minister of Sports Kelvin Cruz, alongside Consul General Jesús ‘Chú’ Vásquez. Minister Cruz stated that the games aim to “strengthen the ties between the Dominican Republic and its diaspora,” noting the initiative has the support of President Luis Abinader.

The event includes participants from several regions, including New York (with representation from the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens), Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, Boston, New Jersey, and Connecticut. The competition is dedicated to the memory of former sprinter Felicia Candelario and Dr. José Joaquín Puello Herrera. In addition to athletics, the program includes cultural and artistic manifestations supported by the Dominican Sports Union of New York.

Following the conclusion of the 2026 edition, which held its closing ceremony in The Bronx before an audience of over one thousand people, organizers announced plans for the 2027 games. Roberto Rojas, president of the Organizing Committee, described the 2026 event as a success and stated that the 2027 edition will focus on being inclusive of all community members. He noted that the upcoming games will be organized in collaboration with the Unión Deportiva to ensure broader participation and invite those who previously felt excluded to join.

Entities

Kelvin Cruz · Luis Abinader · Jesús Vásquez · The Bronx · Felicia Candelario

Timeline

8 days ago

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Juan Pablo Duarte Sports Games organizers announce inclusive 2027 edition
Organizers of the Juan Pablo Duarte Sports Games announced that the 2027 edition in the US will prioritize inclusivity following the successful 2026 event held in The Bronx.
25 days ago

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Juan Pablo Duarte Games 2026 inaugurated in New York
Sports Minister Kelvin Cruz inaugurated the 2026 Juan Pablo Duarte Games in New York, featuring over 2,000 athletes to connect the Dominican diaspora with their homeland.
28 days ago

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Juan Pablo Duarte Games 2026 inaugurated in New York
The Juan Pablo Duarte Games 2026 have launched in New York, bringing together over 2,000 athletes from the Dominican diaspora to compete in 22 sporting disciplines.

Sources

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