Dominican Republic wins four golds in athletics and 3x3 basketball as Mexico leads medal table at the XXV Central American and Caribbean Games in Santo Domingo
Host nation Dominican Republic collected four gold and four bronze medals on day nine of the XXV (25th) Central American and Caribbean Games in Santo Domingo on August 3, with golds in athletics and 3x3 basketball; Mexico leads the overall medal tally across the Games, which are the Caribbean and Central American region's premier multi-sport competition
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Summary
The XXV Central American and Caribbean Games in Santo Domingo reached their ninth day on August 3, with host nation Dominican Republic taking four gold and four bronze medals, led by victories in athletics and 3x3 basketball. Mexico holds the top position in the overall medal table. The Games, held in the Dominican Republic's capital, are the region's premier multi-sport competition for Caribbean and Central American nations, running across several disciplines from aquatics to combat sports.
Why it matters
The Games give smaller Caribbean and Central American nations a competitive stage the Olympics rarely provides, and a strong host performance matters politically for the Dominican Republic's sports investment program ahead of the Los Angeles 2028 cycle.
What to watch
- Final medal table order as the Games approach their closing ceremonies.
- Whether Dominican Republic closes the gap on Mexico in the overall standings.