By San José, Costa Rica — NEW DELHI, INDIA – Costa Rican para-athlete Amalia Ortuño concluded her remarkable run at the New Delhi 2025 World Para Athletics Championships on Wednesday, leaving an indelible mark on the nation’s sporting history. In a stunning display of power and precision, Ortuño not only competed against the world’s best but also shattered two national records, solidifying her status as one of Costa Rica’s premier athletes.
Her final event at the prestigious Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium saw her rewrite the Costa Rican record books in the F56 class javelin throw. Entering the competition with a personal best of 13.87 meters, Ortuño unleashed a spectacular throw of 15.32 meters, adding nearly two meters to her previous mark. This performance secured her a commendable tenth-place finish on the global stage, a testament to her rapid improvement and competitive spirit.
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The journey to the new javelin record was a dramatic one, showcasing the intense focus required at this elite level. Ortuño’s series of six attempts painted a picture of determination. After an initial foul, she launched the record-setting 15.32-meter throw on her second attempt. She followed this with solid marks of 14.95 meters and 14.40 meters. A second foul on her fifth attempt did little to rattle her, as she finished her competition with a final throw of 13.49 meters, having already achieved her primary goal.
This was not Ortuño’s first record-breaking performance at these championships. Earlier in the week, on Sunday, September 28th, she made her debut in the discus throw event and delivered an equally impressive result. She sent the discus flying an incredible 18.98 meters, earning her an eighth-place world ranking. This throw obliterated her previous national record in the discipline, signaling her arrival as a dual threat in throwing events.
The context of her improvement highlights an extraordinary trajectory. Her prior best in the discus, set just a few months earlier on July 12, 2025, in Chula Vista, California, stood at 13.87 meters. To add over five meters to a personal best in such a short period is a monumental achievement in athletics, reflecting an intense and effective training regimen as well as an unwavering commitment to excellence. This leap in performance demonstrates her potential to become a perennial contender for international medals.
Beyond the track and field, Ortuño’s athletic prowess is multifaceted, adding a unique dimension to her profile. She is also a six-time world champion in adaptive CrossFit, a discipline that demands a rare combination of strength, endurance, and versatility. This background undoubtedly contributes to the explosive power and mental fortitude she displays in para-athletics, making her a formidable competitor and an inspirational figure across different sporting communities.
Ortuño’s success in New Delhi does more than just add to her personal collection of accolades; it elevates the profile of adaptive sports within Costa Rica. Her record-shattering performances on a global stage serve as a powerful inspiration for a new generation of para-athletes and can potentially attract greater investment, sponsorship, and institutional support for the development of adaptive sports programs nationwide. She is not just winning; she is building a legacy.
As the New Delhi 2025 World Para Athletics Championships draw to a close, Amalia Ortuño returns home not just as a competitor, but as a trailblazer. With two national records and two top-ten finishes against the world’s elite, she has proven that dedication and resilience know no bounds, firmly establishing herself as a dominant force and a source of immense national pride for Costa Rica.
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