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Emanuelle Silva and Manuela Urroz Named Chile’s Flag Bearers at South American Games

From Cooperativa · () Spanish

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  • Chile’s Olympic Committee selected speed skater Emanuelle Silva and field hockey player Manuela Urroz to carry the national flag at the opening ceremony of the 2026 South American Games in Santa Fe.
  • The selection recognizes both athletes’ long careers and standing in Chilean sport.
  • Silva is a multiple world champion, while Urroz has represented Chile since 2009.

Emanuelle Silva and Manuela Urroz will carry Chile’s flag at the opening ceremony of the 2026 South American Games in Santa Fe, an honor that recognizes two enduring figures in the country’s sport.

The Chilean Olympic Committee officially named the speed skater and national field hockey player as its representatives. The choice rewards their outstanding careers and continued presence at the highest level.

Silva’s record includes multiple world titles and medals at the Pan American and South American Games. His technical development has also taken him into speed skating on ice, where he has competed and trained while pursuing new international opportunities. He remains a reliable medal contender for Chile.

Urroz represents more than a decade of success and consistency at the top level. She has been part of the national team since 2009 and has served as an undisputed pillar of Chilean field hockey.

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· Manuela UrrozThe article identifies the field hockey player by her nickname.
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Originally published by Cooperativa in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.

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