Discover Puerto Rico brought together sports and tourism industry leaders for its annual Sports Market Annual Update, held at the Hyatt Centric San Juan Isla Verde in August 2026. Hosted by Carlos Deliz, Sports Tourism Director at Discover Puerto Rico, the event featured insights from Jason Gewirtz, Senior Vice President of Content, Meetings and Sports at Northstar Meetings Group, along with panel discussions featuring Jorge Medina, CEO of JoGi Sports, and Patrick O’Neill, President of the Puerto Rico Disc Golf Federation.
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An exceptional destination for sports teams and event organizers, Puerto Rico combines world-class venues, year-round warm weather and easy accessibility from major U.S. cities. The island provides modern infrastructure, diverse accommodations and unique cultural experiences that enhance every event. From international tournaments and training camps to corporate competitions and large-scale sporting events, Puerto Rico delivers outstanding logistics, passionate local support and breathtaking natural attractions, creating memorable experiences for athletes, spectators and organizers alike.
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We’re proud to share that Puerto Rico has been nominated for the 2026 SportsTravel Award for Best Sports-Event Host City, following an incredible year that included hosting the 2026 World Baseball Classic in San Juan.
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Puerto Rico will host USA Weightlifting and the UMWF at the Puerto Rico Convention Center Dr. Pedro Rosselló following an official partnership between the Puerto Rico Weightlifting Federation (FLPPR), Discover Puerto Rico, and USA Weightlifting (USAW). This agreement between USAW, Discover Puerto Rico, and the FLPPR marks a significant expansion of the competitive circuit, bringing together elite athletes, coaches, and delegations from various regions on one of the most important Olympic weightlifting platforms in the United States.
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Puerto Rico hosted the Caribbean World Series for the second consecutive year, a youth baseball tournament that brought together 230 teams from countries across the region, generating a significant economic impact for the Island and, more importantly, strengthening its position as a leading sports tourism destination.
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