About Jorge Cárdenas
Born 1997. Jorge Cárdenas is a Mexican weightlifter.
Jorge Adán Cárdenas Estrada (born 21 April 1997) is a Mexican weightlifter. He competed in the men's 73 kg event at the 2020 Summer Olympics, where he placed 11th. Cárdenas sparked controversy during the opening ceremony as he removed his face mask to greet a television camera as he walked past it, which led to criticism on social media for allegedly violating the COVID-19 measures put in place for the Games.
In 2024, he won the bronze medal in the men's 73kg event at the Pan American Weightlifting Championships held in Caracas, Venezuela.
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Who is Jorge Cárdenas?
Mexican weightlifter
When was Jorge Cárdenas born?
Jorge Cárdenas was born on 21 April 1997 in Culiacán.
What is Jorge Cárdenas's occupation?
Jorge Cárdenas is a weightlifter.
What nationality is Jorge Cárdenas?
Jorge Cárdenas is Mexican.
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· DBpedia: Jorge Cárdenas (weightlifter)
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