As the Paris 2024 Olympics come to a close, Mexican athletes are gradually concluding their events, with a few already earning medals. Notably, Ana Gabriela Guevara, the Director General of the National Commission for Physical Culture and Sports (CONADE), has expressed dissatisfaction with the country's performance, having anticipated around nine medals. The current medal count has led to scrutiny over the support that athletes have received throughout the Olympic cycle, particularly in light of recent achievements by divers Osmar Olvera and Juan Celaya.

Guevara's tenure has been marked by significant cuts in funding to various sports federations. Reports indicate that many sports disciplines have seen a decline in financial assistance, with some federations experiencing complete withdrawal of subsidies from 2019 to 2023. Among those affected are sports such as tennis, fencing, athletics, pelota vasca and frontón, archery, and modern pentathlon, all of which now struggle due to the reduced support from CONADE during pivotal Olympic preparation years.

The implications of this funding crisis raise concerns about the long-term development of sports in Mexico. As athletes compete on a global stage, the lack of adequate support could hinder their performance and preparation for future events. Moreover, Guevara's management of resources and priorities will likely remain under scrutiny, as the Mexican sports community debates the effectiveness of funding allocations and the potential necessity for reforms within CONADE.