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Lima 2019: Peru's Mesinas turned into Pan American Champion

Photo: Lima 2019

Photo: Lima 2019

15:38 | Lima, Aug. 4.

Peruvian Lucca Mesinas on Sunday afternoon won a gold medal in Men's Open Surfing Final at Lima 2019 Pan American Games.

The 23-year-old athlete registered a total of 14.00 points and got a ticket for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.

Silver medal was grabbed by Argentinean Leandro Usuna (13.77).

The event was held at Punta Rocas Beach.

To date, Peru has claimed 23 medals, including gold (7), silver (6), and bronze (10).

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Published: 8/4/2019