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Djimon Gumbs Secures 9th Place in Discus Throw Finals at PanAm Games Despite Illness
Despite battling the flu, Djimon Gumbs competed in the discus throw finals at the Santiago 2023 PanAm Games on October 30.
His performance saw him finish 9 out of 10 competitors, with his best attempt covering a distance of 54.70 meters (179.46 feet).
Gumbs’ throw put him 8.69 meters (28.5 feet) behind the event’s victor, Lucas Nervi of Chile, who secured the gold medal with an impressive distance of 63.39 meters (207.97 feet). The silver medal was claimed by Mauricio Alexander Ortega from Colombia, who threw 61.86 meters (202.95 feet), while Fedrick Dacres of Jamaica clinched the bronze with a toss of 61.25 meters (200.95 feet).
In an interview following the competition, Gumbs expressed his admiration for his fellow competitors, particularly highlighting his battle against the world’s current sixth-ranked discus thrower, Fedrick Dacres. “Competing with the flu isn’t easy,” Gumbs admitted. “I wasn’t nervous at all. I talked with my coach, Mike Heimerman, who said we executed everything pretty well, so I am happy.”
Despite the challenging circumstances, Gumbs remained upbeat about his performance and the valuable experience gained from competing on such a prestigious stage. “Being against those guys, the atmosphere was just electric, but I just didn’t capitalize,” he noted. “Those are learning experiences for me. I am mostly staying positive because, despite my circumstances, I still decided to go out there, so I am pretty happy.”
Gumbs’ tenacity in facing adversity serves as a testament to the determination and spirit of athletes who push through physical challenges to compete at the highest level. While he may not have claimed a medal, his participation in the Santiago 2023 PanAm Games will be remembered as an inspiring example of resilience and dedication in the world of sports.
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British Virgin Islands Financial Services Commission Welcomes New Leadership
The British Virgin Islands Financial Services Commission (BVIFSC) has announced new appointments to its governing board, with Mr. Gerard St Clair Farara KC stepping in as Chairman and Ms. Patlian Johnson as Commissioner. The appointments, confirmed by the Ministry of Financial Services, Labour, and Trade, mark a new chapter for the commission as it seeks to strengthen the territory’s financial services sector.
Mr. Gerard St Clair Farara KC has been appointed to a three-year term as Chairman, effective August 1, 2024. A seasoned legal expert with a distinguished career, Farara currently serves as a Commercial Court Judge for the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court and leads the litigation team at the BVI office of COLLAS CRILL, formerly Farara Kerins. Farara’s prominence in the legal community is further highlighted by his appointment as Queen’s Counsel in 1996, cementing his standing as a leading figure in the Virgin Islands Bar and the broader Eastern Caribbean.
Ms. Patlian Johnson will serve a one-year term as Commissioner, also beginning on August 1, 2024. Johnson, a Strategy and Policy Advisor with extensive experience, currently holds the position of National Coordinator for the UNDP Project Office. She brings an impressive academic background, including a Master of Science in Economics and Finance from the University of Bristol and a Bachelor of Science in Economics and Accounting with First Class Honours from the University of the West Indies, Cave Hill Campus.
The pair will replace outgoing Chairman Mr. Robin F. Gaul and Commissioner Mr. Melvin A. Turnbull, whose terms have concluded. Minister of Financial Services, Labour, and Trade, Honourable Lorna G. Smith, OBE (AL), praised the new appointments, stating, “I am delighted to welcome Mr. Farara and Ms. Johnson to the BVIFSC Board of Commissioners. Their combined expertise will be invaluable as we continue to navigate the challenges and opportunities facing the financial services sector.”
Smith also expressed gratitude to the departing board members for their significant contributions to the growth and stability of the territory’s financial services industry. According to the Government Information Service (GIS), these appointments underscore the Virgin Islands’ commitment to maintaining a well-regulated and competitive financial services sector.
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