Haitian inline skater Gesny Pierre-Louis wins national championship in Chile

Gesny Pierre-Louis, a native of Cité Soleil, Haiti, has made many strides in the world of inline skating in just 2024 alone. Residing in Chile, Pierre-Louis has shown to have a competitive edge in the “inline freestyle” discipline, particularly in the free jump category.

On December 7, 2024, Pierre-Louis proudly represented Haiti at the National Inline Skating Championship in Santiago, Chile brandishing a large Haitian flag as he received his medal. He claimed the top spot in the “inline freestyle” discipline, specifically in the free jump category, securing his qualification for an upcoming international competition in Brazil.

In April 2024, he clinched a championship title in Serena, Chile, a feat that earned him recognition from the Chilean Skating Federation and a professional athlete card. Further elevating his profile, Pierre-Louis represented Haiti at the World Skating Championships in Italy in September 2024.

Pierre-Louis was also honored by the Haitian Embassy in Chile on April 20, 2024, during the National Diaspora Day celebrations, recognizing his contributions to elevating Haiti’s profile in international sports.

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