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Paraguayan swimmer Luana Alonso captivates Olympic fans before Paris Games
By Jaclyn Hendricks,
2 days ago
Paraguay’s Luana Alonso is ready for another shot at Olympic glory.
Taking to Instagram on Tuesday, the 20-year-old swimmer proudly announced she qualified for the Paris Games next month in what will be her second appearance at the Olympic level.
“It’s official! Qualified for the Paris Games 2024 ! My heart is happy to represent the country once again! Thank you to my family, friends and sponsors for making this possible!” Alonso posted. “Let’s go Paraguay.”
Alonso posted in 2022 about getting a tattoo of the Olympic rings on her hip.
Luana Alonso celebrated her Olympics berth in June 2024. Luana Alonso/Instagram Alonso (second from left) competed for the SMU Mustangs. Luana Alonso/Instagram
During a trip to Qatar, Luana Alonso was photographed exploring. Luana Alonso/Instagram The swimmer also soaked up the sun in Mexico. Luana Alonso/Instagram
Last year, Alonso participated in the 2023 NCAA Division I Swimming and Diving Championships as a member of the SMU Mustangs.
Alonso finished the year at SMU with career-best times in the 100 and 200 fly, per the university’s website.
In addition to posting pics and clips from swimming events on social media, Alonso also gives fans glimpses of her travels.
She has previously shared snaps from her trips to Qatar and Mexico.
The 2024 Olympics begin on July 26.
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