1989 Bolivarian Games
The XI Bolivarian Games (Spanish: Juegos Bolivarianos) were a multi-sport event held between January 14–25, 1989, in Maracaibo, Venezuela. The Games were organized by the Bolivarian Sports Organization (ODEBO).
| Host city | Maracaibo, Zulia |
|---|---|
| Country | Venezuela |
| Nations | 6 |
| Athletes | 1286 |
| Events | 20 sports (+ 2 exhibition) |
| Opening | January 14, 1989 |
| Closing | January 25, 1989 |
| Opened by | Jaime Lusinchi |
| Torch lighter | Carlos Leal |
| Main venue | Estadio Olímpico Pachencho Romero |
The opening ceremony took place on January 14, 1989, at the Estadio Olímpico Pachencho Romero in Maracaibo, Venezuela. The Games were officially opened by Venezuelan president Jaime Lusinchi. Torch lighter was 76-year-old former tennis player and gold medalist Carlos Leal.
A detailed history of the early editions of the Bolivarian Games between 1938 and 1989 was published in a book written (in Spanish) by José Gamarra Zorrilla, former president of the Bolivian Olympic Committee, and first president (1976–1982) of ODESUR. Gold medal winners from Ecuador were published by the Comité Olímpico Ecuatoriano.