Gómez Noya will be a candidate for the Prince of Asturias Award for Sports

In the document presented to the jury, the Galician Federation emphasizes "the ability to excel, sacrifice, dedication, commitment and humility", as well as the sportsmanship of a triathlete whose license was withdrawn by the Higher Sports Council sports because of a heart abnormality.

“Despite not being able to compete officially, Gómez Noya continued training at the highest level and with the highest demands. Thanks to never losing confidence in himself, and after regaining the license, his performance has been spectacular, "he stressed from the Galician Federation.

The candidacy of Gómez Noya, number one in the ITU ranking in 2007, 2008 and 2010, is endorsed by the Triathlon and Modern Pentathlon federations, as well as by all the Galician triathlon and swimming clubs.

Source: abc.es