About Nelson Castro
Born 1974. Nelson Castro is a Colombian athlete.
Nelson Castro Velásquez (born March 29, 1974, in Roldanillo, Valle del Cauca) is a retired weightlifter from Colombia, who competed for his native country at three consecutive Summer Olympics, starting in 1996. He twice won a medal at the Pan American Games in the Men's Flyweight (– 56 kg) division.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Nelson Castro?
Colombian weightlifter
When was Nelson Castro born?
Nelson Castro was born on 29 March 1974.
What is Nelson Castro's occupation?
Nelson Castro is an athlete.
What nationality is Nelson Castro?
Nelson Castro is Colombian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Nelson Castro (weightlifter)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Nelson Castro. https://biography.guide/nelson-castro-athlete/
MLA: "Nelson Castro." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/nelson-castro-athlete/.
Chicago: "Nelson Castro." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/nelson-castro-athlete/.
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