Emilio de la Cámara Perona, the legendary masters athletics champion who has inspired generations since the mid-1980s, was honored by the Mayor of Palma, Dr. Jaime Martínez, and the European Masters Athletics (EMA), represented by Jaume Ferret, during a ceremony held at Palma City Hall on October 31st.
The event celebrated Emilio’s outstanding career and his most recent achievement — setting a new European record in the 2000m steeplechase. Beyond this remarkable record, the ceremony served as a heartfelt tribute to a lifetime dedicated to athletics — a career that embodies passion, perseverance, and excellence in sport.
More information about Emilio de la Cámara Perona can be found in the online encyclopedia: https://ca.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emilio_de_la_C%C3%A1mara_Perona
On behalf of EMA,
Giovanni Tracanelli