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Luguelin Santos / El Día

The countdown for his return to international competitions is nearing its end for Dominican track star, 33-year old Luguelin Santos. After nearly four years away from professional competition due to an age document alteration suspension dating back to when he was 18 years old, the London 2012 silver medalist is preparing to return to the world stage, with his sights set on competing before a home crowd.

The 400-meter specialist from Bayaguana, Monte Plata, revealed he is physically and mentally ready to reclaim his place in the sport. His immediate roadmap includes the 2026 World Athletics Indoor Championships in Torun, Poland (March 20–22, 2026), followed by a cornerstone appearance at the 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games (July 24 – August 8, 2026) in Santo Domingo this summer.

During his time away from the track, Santos remained a visible figure in...