Overview
- The Peruvian Olympic Committee held a farewell ceremony to confirm a 141-athlete roster for the IV South American Youth Games in Panama, scheduled for April 12–25, 2026.
- Judoka Silvana Donayre and wrestler Fernando Jimeno were chosen as flagbearers and will lead Team Peru at the opening ceremony.
- A new sponsorship with Head de Ripley begins with these Games and will outfit national teams through the next Pan American and Olympic cycles, giving young athletes consistent gear and logistical support.
- Peru’s delegation spans boxing, table tennis, badminton, triathlon, surfing, cycling, taekwondo, baseball, fencing, judo, aquatics, weightlifting, wrestling, golf, gymnastics, athletics, archery, and karate, with standouts like junior surf silver medalist Catalina Zariquiey and swimmer Yasmin Silva.
- The South American Youth Games serve as a 14–17 talent platform across about 15 countries, and Peru cites past medals in Lima 2013 (65), Santiago 2017 (40), and Rosario 2022 (45) as a baseline for development toward Lima 2027 and Los Angeles 2028.