Dámaso student to represent Uruguay at 2026 International Math Olympiad in China

Facundo Correa, a student from the Dámaso high school, is set to represent Uruguay at the prestigious International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO) in China in 2026. His passion for mathematics ignited in childhood, fueled by his father's engaging math puzzles that progressively challenged his understanding of numbers.

Correa's journey in competitive mathematics began in 2023 when he entered the Olympiad of Mathematics, a process that ultimately led to his selection for this year's international event. This is not his first foray into high-level competitions; he previously represented Uruguay in the Rioplatense Olympiad in both 2024 and 2025, earning an honorable mention each time. He also secured a bronze medal at the International Mathematical Summer Camp.

Despite his prior successes, Correa views the upcoming IMO as a significant new challenge. "It involves a lot for me because to go, I am studying much more and preparing myself much better. That makes me grow personally," he stated in a video produced by ANEP. He added, "The other part is that it will be a beautiful experience that I will probably never have again, and I hope to learn a lot from it and enjoy it."

Correa is preparing alongside his delegation, which includes Juan Martín González, a former participant in the 2025 IMO. They have been training since April 27th at the Espacio Colabora. The Uruguayan team will also attend the International Mathematics Summer Camp for three weeks prior to the main competition, allowing them to interact with delegations from other countries. The entire trip to China is expected to last for one month.