Rigoberto Mendoza
This name uses Spanish naming customs: the first or paternal family name is Mendoza and the second or maternal family name is Pérez.
Rigoberto Mendoza Pérez (born January 4, 1946) is a retired male marathon runner from Cuba. He won the gold medal at the 1975 Pan American Games and competed for his native country at the 1976 Summer Olympics, finishing in 33rd place. He set his personal best (2:21.01) in the classic distance in 1975.
Achievements
| Year | Competition | Venue | Position | Event | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Representing  Cuba | |||||
| 1975 | Pan American Games | Mexico City, Mexico | 1st | Marathon | 2:25:03 |
| 1976 | Olympic Games | Montréal, Canada | 33rd | Marathon | 2:22:43 |
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