In the scorching heat of Antalya, Turkey, Kimberly Garcia, a two-time world champion in race walking, showcased her exceptional form at the 2024 World Athletics Team Championships. Competing in the 20km Senior Women’s Individual event on a Sunday afternoon, Garcia emerged victorious after dominating the race on the two-kilometre loop course at the Antalya Expo Centre.
Despite facing adversity with an illness that caused her to withdraw from the Race Walking Tour event in Dudince, Garcia staged an impressive comeback in Antalya. She crossed the finish line in 1:27:12, immediately setting her sights on the Paris 2024 Olympics, where she aims to replicate her success.
Garcia expressed her satisfaction with the win, noting its significance as preparation for her Olympic aspirations. She is determined to achieve similar feats in Paris as she did in Antalya, emphasizing her commitment to excel on the global stage.
Unfortunately, three red cards hampered Inga’s performance, allowing defending champion Ma Zhenxia of China to claim the silver medal and Brazil’s Erica de Sena to secure the bronze. In the team standings, Peru finished second with 15 points, narrowly missing the top spot due to China’s superior countback. Spain rounded off the podium with the team bronze, demonstrating