The 1975 Pan American Games were held in

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, from October 12 to October 26, 1975, exactly twenty years after the second

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were held there. It was the third major sporting event held in the Mexican capital in seven years, after the 1968 Summer Olympics and the 1970 FIFA World Cup.

Host city election

Two cities submitted bids to host the 1975 Pan American Games that were recognized by the Pan American Sports Organization. On August 29, 1969,

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was selected unanimously over San Juan to host the VII Pan American Games by PASO at its 10th general assembly, held in

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, Colombia. In 1973, Santiago dropped out from hosting, and in 1974, its replacement

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did the same.

was granted the hosting rights with just 10 months to prepare.

Medal count

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and

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are disputed.

Sports

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References

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