Corrientes Athletes Vie for Coveted Curuzú de oro Honors
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The annual Curuzú de los Milagros Awards, a cornerstone of the Corrientes Sports Festival, will recognize the province’s top athletes in a gala event scheduled for January 10, 2026. The Corrientes Sports Journalists Circle (CPDC) and the Metas y Logros Foundation have jointly announced the shortlists for Rugby, Weightlifting, and Rowing, adding to previously revealed nominees across various disciplines.
Celebrating Athletic Excellence in Corrientes Province
Each year, the curuzú de los Milagros Awards distinguish athletes based on their performance throughout the season. The ceremony, to be held at the Tupasy Cultural Center with free admission starting at 9 p.m., will see winners in each sport receive the Curuzú de los Milagros de Plata statuette. These discipline winners will then contend for the prestigious Curuzú de Oro, awarded to the best overall athlete in Corrientes for 2025.
“this event is a vital chance to celebrate the dedication and achievements of our province’s athletes,” a senior official stated.
2026 Awards to Spotlight Inclusive Sport
The 2026 edition of the awards will place a significant emphasis on inclusivity, with the Metas y Logros Foundation planning a special tribute to over 40 adapted sport athletes. This recognition will highlight their careers and underscore the transformative power of sport as a tool for social integration. The foundation’s commitment to inclusivity reflects a growing trend in recognizing athletic achievement beyond traditional competitive frameworks.
Nominees Announced Across Key Disciplines
The confirmed nominees vying for the Curuzú de los Milagros de Plata in their respective sports are:
Rugby:
- Ignacio Meabe
- Baltazar Jabornisky
- Gerónimo Gómez Var
Weightlifting:
- Agustina Álvarez
- Valentina cabral
- Martina Giménez
Rowing:
- Sabrina zibelman
- Irina Zibelman
- Agostina Manzzotti
the proclamation of these shortlists builds anticipation for the awards ceremony, which promises to be a celebration of Corrientes sport and its leading figures.The event underscores the province’s commitment to fostering athletic talent and recognizing the dedication of its athletes.
Why: The annual Curuzú de los Milagros Awards aim to recognize and celebrate the top athletes of Corrientes province.
Who: The awards are organized jointly by the Corrientes Sports Journalists circle (CPDC) and the Metas y Logros Foundation. Nominees include athletes from Rugby (Ignacio meabe,Baltazar Jabornisky,Gerónimo Gómez Var),Weightlifting (Agustina Álvarez,Valentina Cabral,Martina Giménez),and Rowing (Sabrina Zibelman,Irina Zibelman,Agostina Manzzotti),and also over 40 adapted sport athletes.
What: The awards ceremony will be held on January 10, 2026, at the Tupasy Cultural Center. Athletes will receive the Curuzú de los Milagros de Plata statuette in their respective sports, with winners then competing for the Curuzú de Oro, recognizing the best overall athlete of the year. The 2026 edition will also highlight adapted sport athletes and inclusivity.
How did it end?: The announcement of the shortlists has generated anticipation for the awards ceremony, which is intended to be a celebration of Corrientes sport and its athletes. The event will be free and open to the public, starting at 9 p.m. at the Tupasy Cultural Center.
