The Ministerio de Cultura y Deportes de Guatemala shared updates on October 20, 2025, highlighting recent achievements in sports and cultural celebrations. The ministry posted about winners of the Carrera Leyendas de la Revolución and commemorated the 126th birthday of Nobel laureate Miguel Ángel Asturias.
On October 20, 2025, the ministry recognized Teresa Lares for her performance in athletics: "#Guatemala | Teresa Lares la ganadora del primer lugar en la Categoría Libre Femenina se siente agradecida por sus logros en el deporte.
Conoce su experiencia en la Carrera Leyendas de la Revolución.
#ElPuebloDignoEsPrimero
@deportemcd https://t.co/AgA2VNIoAr". The post included an invitation to learn more about her experience at the event.
Later that day, another post celebrated a milestone in Guatemalan literature: "#Guatemala | La celebración del 126 natalicio de Miguel Ángel Asturias estuvo acompañada por un majestuoso ensamble de marimbas que rindió homenaje al escritor con melodías que llenaron de alegría al público.
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#ElPuebloDignoEsPrimero". The tweet described a marimba ensemble performing in honor of Asturias, whose literary contributions earned him international recognition.
In a third update from October 20, 2025, the ministry acknowledged Fredy Pérez's accomplishment: "#Guatemala | Fredy Pérez ganador del primer lugar en la categoría de Atletas en Silla de Ruedas, con gran actitud celebra su victoria en la Carrera Leyendas de la Revolución.
#ElPuebloDignoEsPrimero https://t.co/MSp5FVU2DM".
The Carrera Leyendas de la Revolución is an annual event organized to honor historical figures and promote sports participation across various categories. Teresa Lares won first place in the women's open category while Fredy Pérez led among wheelchair athletes. Both were recognized by the Ministry for their achievements and positive representation of Guatemalan athleticism.
Miguel Ángel Asturias remains a significant figure in Guatemalan culture as a Nobel Prize-winning author known for his impact on Latin American literature. His legacy continues to be celebrated through public events such as musical tributes involving traditional instruments like the marimba.
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