PORTAL 1. LET ME INTRODUCE YOU MARIANA PAJÓN LONDOÑO
His full name is Mariana Pajón Londoño but he’s better known as Mariana Pajon or just like Mariana. born 10 October 1991, is a Colombian cyclist, two-time Olympic gold medalist and BMX World Champion, Pajón's achievements in BMX have earned her the nickname "Queen of BMX".
Born into a family of sportsmen, her father an automobile racer and her brother, a promising go-kart rider.
Parents: Carlos Mario Pajón, Claudia Londoño
Brothers: Miguel Pajón
Despite the rudeness of the BMX sport, Mariana is a sweet, feminine and shy girl, who saw in this discipline the opportunity to show her skills. Beyond his excellent performance, what he likes is the pleasure of riding a bicycle to feel the excitement of life. The courage and discipline of this athlete have led her to be the best and to obtain the most important achievement of her life.
She was selected to be the flag-bearer for Colombia at the 2012 Summer Olympics at the Opening Ceremony.
In 2013, Mariana Pajón started dating French BMX rider Vincent Pelluard. The couple already talks about a possible marriage.
Awards
Olympics
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World Championships
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London 2012 - Gold Medal
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Taiyuan 2008
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Rio de Janeiro 2016- Gold Medal
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Pietermaritzburg 2010
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Copenhagen 2011 - Bronze Medal.
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Birmingham 2012 - Fifth position
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Auckland 2013 - Gold Medal.
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Rotterdam 2014 - Bronze Medal
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Medellin 2016 - Bronze Medal
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