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Outstanding day in Maturín with outstanding performances in hurdles, javelin and relays.
Roneild Lara shines in the 400 meter hurdles
On Friday, November 22, on a new day of the Venezuelan National Youth Games held in Maturín, Roneild Lara stood out by winning the 400 meter hurdles with a time of 51.96 seconds. Santiago Quintero and Oscar Rodríguez completed the podium with marks of 52.44 and 53.80, respectively.
Orlando Fernández impresses in javelin throw
In the javelin discipline, young Orlando Fernández, still in the U18 category, demonstrated his talent by winning gold with a throw of 67.78 meters. Jheicon Valor achieved silver with 63.11 meters.
Vibrant relays in both categories
The 4×100 relays were another of the exciting events of the day.
- In the women’s categorythe Caracas team, composed of Arráiz, Guzmán, Barrios and Guerra, took the title with a time of 46.35 seconds, followed by Aragua (47.53) and Zulia (47.59).
- In the men’s categoryZulia dominated with a mark of 41.59 seconds thanks to the quartet formed by Moreno, Gómez, Solarte and Quinteros. Caracas and Miranda came in second and third place with 42.00 and 42.45 seconds, respectively.
Other notable performances
In the women’s events, the following stood out:
- Yarianna Carpiowinner of the 400 meter hurdles with a time of 1:03.20.
- Daynellys Hernandezwho triumphed in the 3,000 meters steeplechase with a time of 12:20.07.
- Arianny Rojaswho achieved 44.74 meters in the javelin throw.
In the men’s category, Giomar Kanzler was the winner of the 3,000 meters steeplechase, crossing the finish line in 9:41.66.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What record did Roneild Lara obtain in the 400 meter hurdles?
Roneild Lara recorded a time of 51.96 seconds, securing first place.
Who won the men’s javelin throw?
Orlando Fernández took the gold with a throw of 67.78 meters.
Which teams stood out in the 4×100 relays?
Caracas dominated in the women’s category with 46.35 seconds, while Zulia led in the men’s category with 41.59 seconds.
**How does Lara’s victory in the 400-meter hurdles reflect the overall training and development programs for young hurdlers in Venezuela?**
## World Today News Interview – Venezuelan National Youth Games
**Host:** Welcome back to World Today News! Today we’re diving into the exhilarating world of Venezuelan athletics with two distinguished guests who are here to discuss the outstanding performances at the recent National Youth Games held in Maturín.
Joining us are **[Guest 1 Name], a renowned athletics coach**, and **[Guest 2 Name], a sports journalist with years of experience covering youth sports**. Welcome to you both!
**Guest 1 & 2:** Thank you for having us.
**Host:** Let’s start by examining the impressive display in the hurdles. Roneild Lara earned a remarkable victory in the 400 meters hurdles.
**Guest 1**, from a coaching perspective, what were your impressions of his performance? What factors contributed to his success?
**[Guest 1’s response]**
**Host:** That’s insightful. **Guest 2**, from your perspective as a journalist, how does Lara’s performance fit into the bigger picture of Venezuela’s young hurdling talent?
**[Guest 2’s Response]**
**Host:** Moving on to another captivating event – the javelin throw. We witnessed Orlando Fernández, a young athlete STILL in the U18 category, achieve a gold medal with an impressive 67.78 meter throw. **Guest 1**, what makes this achievement stand out, especially considering his age?
**[Guest 1’s Response]**
**Host:** That’s truly remarkable. **Guest 2**, how might this performance foreshadow future success for Fernández at the national and international level?
**[Guest 2’s Response]**
**Host:** Now, let’s shift our focus to the electrifying relays. Both the men’s and women’s 4×100 meter relays delivered thrilling finishes.
**Guest 2**, what were some of the key factors that contributed to Caracas’ victory in the women’s relay and Zulia’s triumph in the men’s relay?
**[Guest 2’s Response]**
**Host:**
Lastly, we acknowledge the remarkable performances from other athletes like Yarianna Carpio in the 400 meter hurdles and Giomar Kanzler in the 3000 meter steeplechase. **Guest 1**, how do these achievements reflect the growing depth and talent within Venezuelan youth athletics?
**[Guest 1’s Response]**
**Host:** Thank you both for sharing your invaluable insights and perspectives. These inspiring performances from the Venezuelan National Youth Games highlight the bright future of athletics in the country. To our viewers, be sure to follow the journeys of these talented young athletes as they continue to make their mark on the world stage.
