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Laura Chinchilla and Nadia Comaneci: An unprecedented meeting of two global icons in Paris

QCOSTARICA.COM — In the framework of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, the participation of former Costa Rican President Laura Chinchilla stands out not only as a member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), but also for her recent meeting with a sports legend.

Chinchilla, who became the first Costa Rican to join the IOC in 2019, plays a crucial role in the organization of the Olympic Games.

 

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Her work ranges from choosing host cities to overseeing the logistical aspects of Olympic events, both summer and winter.

In Paris, Chinchilla has been active in IOC meetings, where one of the notable achievements was the designation of Salt Lake City as the host of the Winter Olympics in 2034.

In addition, Saudi Arabia was chosen to organize the first edition of e-sports at the Olympic Games, marking a milestone in the history of the event.

During her visit, Chinchilla also had the opportunity to meet with French President Emmanuel Macron, who expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming games.

In addition to her official commitments, Laura Chinchilla had a special moment when she met Nadia Comaneci, the iconic gymnast who made history by obtaining the first perfect 10 in gymnastics.

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Chinchilla had already participated in the Tokyo 2021 Olympic Games, where she played a role in the medal ceremony in the diving finals.

Now, her presence in Paris reaffirms her commitment to the Olympic movement and international sport.

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