The Paraguayan javelin thrower grabbed global attention at the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games, and though she didn't do well in her event, Leryn..
Leryn Franco
| Paraguayan javelin thrower Date of Birth: 01.03.1982 Country: Paraguay |
Content:
- Biography of Leryn Franco
- Olympic Participation and Achievements
- Rise to Popularity
Biography of Leryn Franco
Leryn Franco was born on March 1, 1982, in the capital of Paraguay, Asuncion, to a family of Uruguayan immigrants.
Growing up, she developed a passion for sports, particularly javelin throwing, which is an Olympic discipline.
Leryn Franco of Paraguay competes in the Women's Javelin Throw Qualification on Day 11 of the London 2012 Olympic Games.
At the age of 17, she set a new national record in javelin throwing and was immediately selected to represent Paraguay in the Olympic team. In the late 1990s and early 2000s, Franco became a two-time champion in javelin throwing among South American juniors.
Olympic Participation and Achievements
In 2004, Franco participated in her first-ever Olympic Games in Athens, where she placed 21st in the javelin throwing group.
In 2007, she set a personal record of 55.38 meters in javelin throwing. As a result, she was once again included in t