Dominican Sprinters Dominate Philadelphia Track Meet, Winning Big!

Dominican Republic's Paulino and Ogando Shine at Grand Slam Track Meet Philadelphia, PA – Dominican sprinters Marileidy Paulino and Alexander Ogando dominated the 200-meter races at the recent Grand Slam Track meet in Philadelphia. Paulino, known as "La Gacela de Neyba," secured a decisive victory in the women's long sprint, clocking a time of 22.46 seconds. "It was a great race," a breathless Paulino said after the event, clutching the Dominican flag. Her win earned her a substantial prize of $100,000. Ogando's performance was equally impressive. Despite a less successful showing in the 400-meter race on Saturday, he rebounded to win second place in the men's 200-meter race on Sunday with a time of 20.13 seconds. This earned him $50,000. "I'm happy with my performance," Ogando commented, highlighting his determination and resilience. The meet showcased exceptional athleticism and the rising stars of international sprinting.