Asturian boxing secured a notable double-podium finish at the Boxam Internacional U19 tournament in La Nucía, Spain, where Andrea Buelga claimed the gold medal in the -54 kg division and Aarón Santurio earned silver in the -70 kg category.
Andrea Buelga Claims -54 kg Gold in La Nucía
Andrea Buelga established her dominance in the -54 kg weight class throughout the international competition. According to tournament reports, the Asturian fighter advanced through the tournament bracket to reach the final round, where she faced fellow competitor Paula García. Buelga delivered a controlled performance in the title bout to secure the victory, capturing the gold medal and topping the podium in her division at the multidisciplinary venue.
Aarón Santurio Secures -70 kg Silver Medal
In the men’s -70 kg division, Aarón Santurio matched his compatriot’s strong run by advancing to the final showdown of the tournament. Santurio fought through a competitive field of international youth athletes before reaching the decisive combat. Although he fell short in the final match, the Asturian representative secured the silver medal, rounding out a successful campaign for the regional delegation on the Costa Blanca.
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