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On Saturday, June 29, 2024, Day 1 of the National Championships being hosted by the Antigua and Barbuda Athletics Association at the YASCO Sports Complex, the Governor General was on hand to present medals to some of the winning athletes. <\/p>

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The Governor General, who has always been close to sports, was a former President of the Athletics Association, the National Olympic Committee, and many other Associations, including Badminton.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Photos: Courtesy ADC Dale Mercury<\/strong><\/p>

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Bronze Medalist in the 100 m Special Olympics Race, St. Ives Browne<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Gold Medalist (centre): Uniqua Jeffery – Wings Athletics Club
Silver Medalist (left): Ajamarie Davis – Roots Athletics Club
Bronze Medalist (right): Kittania Rannns – Wings Athletics Club
The 400m Under 13 Girls Race<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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