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Mexico City Names Olympians Peace Ambassadors, Unveils Sports Reform Push

The initiative links the legacy of Mexico 1968 to a plan for wider access to quality facilities with value‑based programs.

Overview

  • At the Ex Convento de San Hipólito, Clara Brugada conferred the title of Ambassadors of Peace and Sport on former Olympians and received a medal and olive crown in recognition.
  • She announced a legislative agenda to expand and strengthen sports participation across the capital, with specific proposals to be presented publicly.
  • City officials highlighted new construction and upgrades for pools, athletics and ice tracks, gyms, squash courts, and boxing rings, as well as the rehabilitation of about 500 courts.
  • Indeporte reported more than 200,000 signatures for the Lienzo de la Paz Deportiva, and attendees signed a Decálogo del Juego Limpio inspired by the Olympic Charter.
  • Medalist Daniel Aceves pledged programs on values and wellbeing and noted the 999‑day horizon to Los Angeles 2028, while Brugada said CDMX is prepared for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.