Adriana Ruano Oliva’s Olympic gold medal in the women’s trap shooting event is a testament to resilience and the power of finding new opportunities. Despite a career-ending injury in gymnastics, she found a new passion in shooting, defying the odds to become Guatemala’s first-ever Olympic champion in the sport. Read about her inspiring journey, the challenges she faced, and her hopes for the future of shooting in Guatemala.
Results for: Adriana Ruano Oliva
Adriana Ruano Oliva of Guatemala made history by winning the women’s trap gold medal at the Paris Olympics. Her performance, which included a Games record of 45 out of 50 targets, secured Guatemala’s first-ever Olympic gold in any sport. Italy’s Silvana Stanco claimed silver, while Australia’s Penny Smith took bronze.