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Bio

Cátia Azevedo

Discipline: Sprinting
Nationality: Portuguese
Born: March 9, 1994

Career Highlights

• Olympic Games: Represented Portugal in the 2016 Rio de Janeiro and 2020 Tokyo Olympics, competing in the 400 meters.
• World Championships: Competed in multiple World Championships, consistently advancing through the rounds.
• European Championships: Showcased her talent at several European Championships, contributing to her national team’s efforts in relay events and individual sprints.

Personal Bests

• 400 meters: 50.59 seconds (achieved in 2021), setting a new national record for Portugal.

Medals and Achievements

• Iberian Championships:
  • 2017: Gold medal in the 400 meters.
  • 2019: Gold medal in the 400 meters.
  • 2021: Gold medal in the 400 meters.
• National Championships: Multiple titles as the Portuguese national champion in the 400 meters across various years, showcasing her dominance in the event.

Style and Strengths

• Speed and Endurance: Azevedo combines exceptional speed with strong endurance, making her a formidable competitor in the 400 meters.
• Technical Precision: Her running style is characterized by smooth, efficient strides and a powerful finish, enabling her to maintain high speeds throughout the race.

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