Army General Raúl Castro, leader of the Cuban Revolution, congratulated multi-champion Mijaín López after his undisputed triumph in Paris, where he won his fifth Olympic title.

Raúl had previously conveyed to him all his confidence in this victory, to which he had become accustomed, said a report in the star-studded broadcast of the Noticiero de Televisión.

Today, after witnessing with emotion this unobjectionable feat, he reiterated the recognition, admiration and affection felt by all Cubans for his impressive sporting results and for his loyalty to the Revolution.

Finally, he assured him that he hopes to see him personally upon his return to his homeland, where he will receive the well-deserved homage of a people who feel him to be one of their most outstanding sons, the note concludes.