On April 10-12, the U23 Pan American Championships would take place at Queretaro, Mexico. Quebec’s lone representative would be Sophia Bechard of the Montreal Wrestling Club NTC, competing at 55 kg. Sophia is a veteran of the international scene, having previously represented Canada at the Junior level.
The walkout
Sophia’s first match would be against Montana Marguerite Delawder of the United States of America. Sophia would put up a good fight, but would lose on points 8-0.
Sophia vs. Ecuador
Her next match would be against Josefina Guadalupe Ramirez Duarte of Mexico. The match would be close, but Sophia would lose via pin (6-2)
Her final match in the Round Robin would be against Lilia Paola Gautama Chunir of Ecuador. This match would be crucial as she would need to win order to secure her spot on the podium. Sophia would rise to the occasion, building up a sizeable lead before winning definitively by pin (9-0). Congratulations Sophia on your fine performance on the international stage!