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Bolivarian Games Press On With Ayacucho Program Cut to Five Sports After Venue Delays

Oversight bodies probe an irregular S/92 million stadium advance, with organizers assuring lodging and food for delegations.

Overview

  • Ayacucho will stage boxing, taekwondo, kickboxing, wushu and MTB cross-country after unfinished works forced multiple sports to shift to Lima.
  • The Comptroller reported only about 18% progress on the flagship stadium and flagged S/92 million in advances without required guarantees, triggering a fiscal investigation.
  • The IPD said the Cuna de la Libertad/Cumaná project is not an official venue and announced a management review under new president Sergio Ludeña with Contraloría oversight.
  • The Defensoría warned days before the opening that hotel and meal bookings in Ayacucho were not confirmed, while Odebo said basic services have now been guaranteed.
  • The opening ceremony was relocated to the Real Felipe in Callao, and organizers noted some program changes also reflect minimum participation requirements for certain sports.