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Brathwaite Sets Season’s Best at World Indoors, Just Misses Finals Qualification
British Virgin Islands sprinter Rikkoi Brathwaite clocked a new season’s best of 6.60 seconds on March 1, at the World Indoors Championships in Glasgow.
He finished fourth in Heat 2 of the semifinals, which earned him the 12th overall position out of 50 competitors, narrowly missing qualification for the finals of the 60m event.
Reflecting on his performance, Brathwaite expressed satisfaction, stating, “I came out and gave my all, and while my goal was to make it to the finals, I am satisfied with my performance.” He attributed his success to the unwavering support of the home crowd, acknowledging their encouragement on social media. “I know I have the home crowd supporting me,” Brathwaite remarked. “They’ve been with me from day one, and we are grateful for the support they show.”
Looking ahead, Brathwaite remains optimistic about his future in the sport. “I am grateful to be healthy, and I recognise that this is a process,” he said. “Each race, each meet, and each practice session provides an opportunity to learn and grow in the sport.”
Despite the conclusion of his competitive opportunities at the World Indoors 2024, Brathwaite remains committed to pursuing his dreams. “I love the sport, and I will fulfill my dreams,” he declared. “God has blessed me with the ability to compete against the world’s best, and I know the best is yet to come.”
With the Olympics on the horizon, Brathwaite is determined to continue his impressive performances. “I ran sub 10 last season in the 100m,” he noted. “It is only a matter of time before I do the same again.”
Currently residing and training in the Orlando area under the guidance of Coach Jean-Carlos Arroyo (Coach JC), Brathwaite boasts an impressive athletic resume. As the BVI National Record Holder in the 60m and 100m, a 2X Semifinalist qualifier at the World Indoor Championships, and a recipient of numerous other prestigious titles, Brathwaite’s journey in the world of sprinting is far from over.
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Tola Radio Battles Legal Dispute Over Shutdown, Calls for Public Support
Tola Radio VI 100.5 FM, known as “the people’s radio,” has been off the air for 14 days amidst a legal standoff with Caribbean Cellular Telephone Limited (CCT). Managing Director Floyd P. Burnett, also known as “Heritage,” is urging public support as the station navigates what he describes as a targeted attack on freedom of speech and locally-owned businesses.
Mr. Burnett alleges that despite meeting all payment requirements and deadlines, CCT refused to accept Tola Radio’s payment and later disabled the station’s broadcasting equipment. “They physically touched our equipment and locked them off, despite written legal letters asking and instructing it not to be done,” he stated.
The dispute follows CCT’s October announcement terminating its service agreement with the radio station. CCT clarified that Tola Radio could retain its services if it became a paying customer, but according to Burnett, his payment was rejected without justification.
The controversy escalated when Burnett claimed an attempt was made to have him arrested and charged with attempted murder. “The public was to wake up and hear the radio off along with hearing I was arrested and charged, but God is greater than man!” he said.
Efforts to secure an extension for relocating Tola Radio’s equipment were also denied, Burnett said. Additionally, an urgent injunction filed in the High Court was postponed by a visiting judge until November 22 without hearing any arguments.
The ongoing shutdown has left eight employees without income, caused significant financial losses, and breached client agreements. Burnett criticized government officials for their lack of action, accusing them of failing to address the issue despite the government being a major client of CCT.
“Like most problems facing the BVI, they can’t [find] no way to help us! Even though the government is the tower people’s biggest client,” Burnett remarked.
Burnett is calling on the public to boycott CCT in protest. “Plug out the phone, plug out the chip, don’t pay your bill! We need to make a statement to corporate BVI today!” he urged.
He framed the situation as a broader fight for “freedom of speech, freedom of the press, and freedom of information,” asserting that the attack on Tola Radio sets a dangerous precedent for other local businesses.
Despite the challenges, Burnett assured Tola Radio’s listeners and partners that the station will resume broadcasting soon. “We will be back on air shortly, hopefully before the day is out,” he promised.
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