Carlos Johelin Santa finished sixth in his preliminary heat in the 400 meters. He clocked in at 46.40 failing to advance to the quarterfinals. Jose Augusto Geraldino lost to Australian Frenz Birkfellner in the 100 kilo division. Yovanny Lorenzo, who had made it to the second round, lost to German boxer Steve Kuchler, 17-2. Pending is the performance of Playter Reyes in weightlifting (105 kilograms), and Eugenio Vasquez (100 kilograms) in judo. Felix Sánchez (400 meters/hurdles) is due to compete in the 400 meters/hurdles. The Dominican delegation appealed the judge decision that gave 90 kilogram world champion Adrian Croitoru the fight against Jose Vicbart Geraldino in judo. The games can be seen in Santo Domingo on Channel 7 from 10-12 noon, 2-5 pm and 10-12 pm (Spanish), and on Telecable Nacional’s NBC Channel (74). For games coverage, see www.cnnsi.com and www.olympics.com
