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Mexican National Sports Awards

Overview

The Mexican government, under President Claudia Sheinbaum, has issued the National Sports Award to various athletes and coaches for their historic achievements.

In late October 2026, the awards recognized referee Katia Itzel García, noted for being the first Mexican woman to referee a men's match during the FIFA 2026 World Cup, and footballer Charlyn Corral, who was honored for her success as a striker and her Ballon d'Or recognition.

Subsequent honors were granted to María del Rosario Espinoza in the Coaches category for her work with the Mexican para taekwondo national team, and to para-athlete Rosa María Guerrero for her achievements in discus throw.

Entities

Rosa María Guerrero · Pachuca · Claudia Sheinbaum · Katia Itzel García · Government of Mexico

Timeline

  1. [SPORTS] 5 sources
    María del Rosario Espinoza and Rosa María Guerrero receive National Sports Award 2026

    María del Rosario Espinoza and Rosa María Guerrero have been awarded Mexico’s 2026 National Sports Award for their outstanding contributions to taekwondo coaching and para-athletics.

  2. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Katia Itzel García and Charlyn Corral receive National Sports Award

    Mexican referee Katia Itzel García and footballer Charlyn Corral received the 2024 National Sports Award from President Claudia Sheinbaum.

Sources

acustiknoticias.com · alinstantenoticias.com · diario21.com.mx · egyptoil-gas.com · excelsior.com.mx · lineadirectaportal.com · punto.mx