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Irina Rodrigues wins gold in discus in Taranto

Dia de Jogo — jornal desportivo2 September 2026 at 19:37

Irina Rodrigues won the Gold Medal in discus throw at the Mediterranean Games held in Taranto. The athlete achieved a mark of 62.51 meters to secure the top spot on the podium in the competition.

Italian Daisy Osakue finished in second place, winning the Silver Medal in the event. The result represents a strong performance for Rodrigues, who managed to surpass the local opponent.

The Mediterranean Games is a multi-sport competition that brings together athletes from countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea. Taranto, a city in southern Italy, was the host of this edition of the event.

This victory by Irina Rodrigues in discus adds to Portugal's positive results in these Mediterranean sporting competitions.

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