2023-11-23 03:05:30
The Wallis and Futuna delegation enters the race for medals in the 2023 Pacific Games. In the Solomon Islands, Israel Kaikilekofe won the silver medal in weightlifting. A first medal for the fenua, who awaits others.
Money brings happiness to Wallis and Futuna in the end. This is the delegation’s first medal in these 2023 Pacific Games in the Solomon Islands. A medal that feels good, even if Israel Kaikilekofe was aiming for the top step of the podium: “It was a little disappointment at the start because I was more aiming for gold in the snatch, that’s where I was the strongest, then it was the match, it went well for the Australian . I’m still happy to bring back a medal for the delegation.“A silver medal obtained thanks to a weight lifted of 145 kg.
“I am very proud of this delegation and to be able to represent it each time in the Pacific Games.”
Israel Kaikilekofe, weightlifter
A second place which also marks the end of the competition for the weightlifter. But Israel will stay in Honiara to support his comrade Tamiano, and help him warm up. Next step following the Pacific Games for Israel Kaikilekofe, preparation for qualifying for the European Championships.
Israel Kaikilefoke’s weightlifting events
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