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Mononucleosis won’t stop Sandra Gomez at Dakar 2023
Sandra Gomez (Cercedilla, 1993) Relaxing among the rocks. Another thing. Share with them the rigors of an athlete who never gives up.he is an expert in hard enduro, the most difficult modality. And in it, he made history.that is First woman to finish the famous Redbull Romaniacs in top class (Gold), First to occupy the front starting line at the Red Bull Erzberg Rodeo and the First Spanish Champion of AMA Endurocross (2015). None of those races could be with her. Not even Dakar 2022.
Sandra debuted last year with a modality she didn’t have: faster, more complex navigation. However, he reached the finish line and achieved his goal of adding invaluable learning to work even harder towards the 2023 Dakar.
After Dakar 2022, she arrived in high spirits. Hard she had to face the Enduro World Championship. But something went wrong. “In the second race I started to realize that something was wrong with me. It’s been like this for two months. I even spent two days sleeping.”They then diagnosed him mononucleosisIts symptoms are, among other things, a lot of fatigue, fever and headache. He was seen in bed with no effort. “I had to quit completely. I couldn’t even do sit-ups.”It’s been 2 months like that.
“The hardest part was not knowing when it would heal. I stood up and said: ‘Okay, I accept skipping the races in June and July. I was thinking of competing, but I can’t do either…”. And I kept asking myself: “Can we come back in September?” That was the question, the uncertainty. I was very tired and didn’t know anything for sure until I was told I was fine. When I started moving, I was very tired.”he tells MD.
“One day we climbed a mountain and I was sick for three days. increase.
“I have to put money in and go to Dakar.”
Sandra relies on her sponsor to go to Dakar. Must take money out of one’s pocket to complete one’s budgetrecognizes that being there is key to that visibility and the added sponsorship of the year. It was clear. He told them that he could not guarantee that he would be able to go to Dakar. But they waited for her and encouraged her.
By the end of August, the disease was gone. Due to fatigue, he was not going to the Morocco Rally, but he was there. “I couldn’t run fast because it was dangerous. I didn’t have the strength to hold the bike.”And he obeyed. Finished 18th in Rally2.
Weakened and had less defense, more wounded. His torn psoas, and what he used to brake was his fingers, and in November he had a cold that kept him in bed for five days. “I’ve never had a cold like this in my life!” And two weeks before Dakar, he had a new surprise: the onset of a lumbar disc herniation.
“What I can do is I got stronger, especially my arms were very weak. When I went out on the motorcycle in the mountains, in the enduro, well, I got better, but not in the rally The motorcycle Enduro weighs about 110 kg, the Dakar weighs 160 kg and in the sand well…” emphasizes the Spanish pilot MD.
one less job
Mononucleosis prevented him from attending his second job.I’m a stunt rider Participated in the filming with (specialist pilot for series and films) “La Casa de Papel” and “Sky Rojo”However, it didn’t make it to the screen this year. It took a toll on his economy and he had to double down to offer more pilot courses, leaving hours of preparation he didn’t have to spare.
But for such a tough athlete, that wasn’t going to stop her. She was second in women’s motorcycles last year, finished in 62nd place overall. Nevertheless, he believes his second Dakarian adventure will be even better. “Now I know what I’m going to find. My goal is to finish and win the women’s division and move up from last year.”This is Sandra Gomez. There is nothing she can do with her. After a difficult year, he is optimistic going into his 2023 Dakar.
Source: Mundo Deportivo
I am a writer at Sportish, where I mainly cover sports news. I’ve also written for The Guardian and ESPN Brasil, and my work has been featured on NBC Sports, SI.com and more. Before working in journalism, I was an athlete: I played football for Colgate University and competed in the US Open Cross Country Championships.
of International Federation of Football History and Statistics has just announced its selection of the 2025 Umpire of the Year. And what makes French football such a great ruler? Vicinha as the best player or Luis Enrique As the club’s best coach.
In this case, the choice is left to the judgment of the French referee. Clement Turpin It leads the classification with 65 points. One need only look at their appointments throughout 2025 to understand the reasons for their selection. Last season they reached the semi-finals champions league (Barcelona vs. Inter Milan) Camp Nou), in addition to the Europa League round of 16 and the conference quarter-finals. He was also one of the judges selected to participate in this tournament. fifa club world cup. In March, he blew the whistle in the Nations League quarter-final match between Spain and the Netherlands.
Three matches have been called in the Champions League this season, highlighting the recent duel between the two sides. real madrid and Manchester City. Turpin, a member of the UEFA referee ELITE group. surpass one’s compatriots François Letexier He took second place with 55 points. In third place was two-time winner Szymon Marciniak from Poland with 55 points. Romania’s István Kovac took 4th place with 54 points, followed by British rider Michael Oliver in 5th place. Australia’s Alireza Faghani stood out in 7th place. No Spanish referee has ever been able to finish in the top 10.
Source: Mundo Deportivo
Sophia Jhon is a sports journalist and author. He has worked as a news editor for Sportish and is now a sport columnist for the same publication. Alberta’s professional interests lie largely in sports news, with an emphasis on English football. He has also written articles on other sporting topics.
alexander isaac, record signing Premier history (145 million euros paid by the government) Liverpool to Newcastle), underwent surgery for a fractured fibula last Monday and was injured in a tackle. Mickey van de Ven (Tottenham) The game between Spurs and Reds on December 20th. alne slotThe Anfield team coach said on Tuesday: Isaac It will remain at a low level for at least two months.
After the Swedish striker’s injury; liverpool I was thinking about the attackers in Ghana. Bournemouth Antoine Semenyo25 years old. However, according to the BBC, Semenyo We are proceeding with negotiations with Manchester City led by Pep Guardiola.
According to the catch-off side portal, liverpool There is a possibility that they will consider having an attacker join the club on loan until the end of the season. PSG Gonzalo Ramos26 years old.
he P.S.G. According to Goal.com, the possibility of financing is not zero. Gonzalo Ramos. However, in the event of a permanent deal, the Parc des Princes club would not accept a price that differs significantly from the €65 million they paid the Parc des Princes in January 2024. Benfica.
Source: Mundo Deportivo
Sophia Jhon is a sports journalist and author. He has worked as a news editor for Sportish and is now a sport columnist for the same publication. Alberta’s professional interests lie largely in sports news, with an emphasis on English football. He has also written articles on other sporting topics.
Playing soccer is the most favorite thing for soccer players. The image of these Christmas holidays remains that elite professionals use their holidays to play impromptu, informal “little games” with their children. he did it Lamine Yamal I asked him if I could hang out with him on the beach in Dubai, and as expected, he went on the 10th. FC Barcelona We got a resounding “yes”. The same thing happened to his clubmate. Jules Kundethe French national team defender is currently in Benin, enjoying a day that combines leisure and the spirit of togetherness.
Kunde traveled to Benin, the country of his roots, to participate in a charity project. The tourism board of the West African state published on social networks a video of the hero of the defending cup champions playing barefoot in a “pachanga” in the final against Real Madrid. The image is accompanied by the text: “So great to see Jules Kounde play for his country. Visit Benin.”
Kounde is one of the members of the Barça team who has spent the last few Christmas holidays away from Barcelona, taking the opportunity to travel to Benin to take part in a charity project. The defender’s parents are from Benin, and the footballer wanted to contribute to unity in his parents’ country to help people in situations of vulnerability and poverty.
Kunde attended a session of the Ecris ton Hymne project, promoted by the Patrimoinezer Association, which aims to unleash the creative potential of young people through the Olympic spirit. The Kure soccer players spent over three hours with 50 boys and girls for an unforgettable experience.
In addition to visiting the Ecris Ton Hymns project and dedicating his time to young people, Kunde brought Barcelona-themed gifts and spent time playing barefoot soccer with several children.
Source: Mundo Deportivo
Sophia Jhon is a sports journalist and author. He has worked as a news editor for Sportish and is now a sport columnist for the same publication. Alberta’s professional interests lie largely in sports news, with an emphasis on English football. He has also written articles on other sporting topics.
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