Jorge Balliengo

Jorge Esteban Balliengo (born 5 January 1978 in Rosario, Santa Fe) is an Argentine discus thrower.

He became South American champion in 2005.[1] He also competed at the 2005 World Championships without qualifying for the final round.

Balliengo's personal best throw is 66.32 metres, achieved in April 2006 in Rosario. This is the current Argentine record.[2]

Achievements

Year Competition Venue Position Event Notes
Representing  Argentina
2006 South American Championships Tunja, Colombia 1st Discus throw 60.19 m
2008 Ibero-American Championships Iquique, Chile 1st Discus throw 59.43 m
2008 Olympic Games Beijing, PR China 30th Discus throw 58.82 m
2010 Ibero-American Championships San Fernando, Spain 6th Discus throw 56.59 m
2011 South American Championships Buenos Aires, Argentina 5th Discus throw 56.82 m

References