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Thousands turned out for Kyron A. McMaster watch parties

All over the Virgin Islands from Tortola to Anegada, residents of all backgrounds came together to watch the VI’s favourite son Kyron A. McMaster OBE as he ran for gold in the 2024 Paris Olympics. Photo GIS
Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) also attending the Watch Party at Rena's Festiville. Photo: GIS
Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) also attending the Watch Party at Rena's Festiville. Photo: GIS
The biggest gathering was at the Rena’s Festiville, in Road Town, the capital city to see Mr. McMaster as he competed in the Men’s 400M Hurdles Finals at Stade de France on Friday, August 9, 2024. Photo: GIS
The biggest gathering was at the Rena’s Festiville, in Road Town, the capital city to see Mr. McMaster as he competed in the Men’s 400M Hurdles Finals at Stade de France on Friday, August 9, 2024. Photo: GIS
Many residents, politicians, captains of industries and ordinary persons came out in droves to show their support, national pride and the spirit of unity. Photo: GIS
Many residents, politicians, captains of industries and ordinary persons came out in droves to show their support, national pride and the spirit of unity. Photo: GIS
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- All over the Virgin Islands from Tortola to Anegada, residents of all backgrounds came together to watch the VI’s favourite son, Kyron A. McMaster OBE, as he ran for gold in the 2024 Paris Olympics.

The biggest gathering was at the Rena’s Festiville in Road Town, the capital city, to see Mr. McMaster as he competed in the Men’s 400M Hurdles Finals at Stade de France on Friday, August 9, 2024.

Many residents, politicians, captains of industries and ordinary persons came out in droves to show their support, national pride and the spirit of unity. On hand was also Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7).

McMaster, who is struggling with an injury, still managed to run 47.79 seconds for 5th place.

The race was won by American Rai Benjamin in 46.46 seconds. Second was the defending champion and World Record Holder Karsten Warholm of Norway in a time of 47.06 seconds.

Mr. McMaster is the first Virgin Islander to come so close to winning an Olympic medal.

13 Responses to “Thousands turned out for Kyron A. McMaster watch parties”

  • sash (10/08/2024, 12:20) Like (17) Dislike (1) Reply
    We Love you Kyron..Job well Done!!
  • Finally. (10/08/2024, 12:21) Like (73) Dislike (2) Reply
    I left disappointed, but it was one nice gathering event. I enjoyed it. Thanks to Lenette, you and your team did a great Job, puting something nice together. One thing missing. We should have had VIBE on stage after for at least one Hr. Keeping the fans and the VI pride alive..
  • A big disappointment (10/08/2024, 13:35) Like (7) Dislike (35) Reply
    I don't praise mediocracy
    • @A big disappointment (10/08/2024, 15:59) Like (22) Dislike (1) Reply
      Can you even run around Road Town with an injury? Please stop the negative energy. He had a reason to back out but he didn't. Kyron is truly a strong determined amazing athlete hands down.
    • Tongue Fu (10/08/2024, 22:38) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
      @A big disappointment
      How can you praise something you cannot even spell?

      Just asking.
    • Struppz (10/08/2024, 22:53) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
      Bet you can’t clear 1 hurdle let alone make it to an Olympic final
    • See (11/08/2024, 09:37) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
      Fifth in the WORLD a hole !!!!!
  • Citizen (10/08/2024, 14:08) Like (3) Dislike (1) Reply
    I cried after all the hype
  • Rubber Duck (10/08/2024, 15:56) Like (3) Dislike (1) Reply
    Better luck next time
  • bullet (10/08/2024, 18:08) Like (2) Dislike (16) Reply
    Not even the bronze well sah. Next time run like them thief from up rasvillle lol
  • @ Citizen (10/08/2024, 21:35) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    You must be a weeping willow. Easy now cotton candy.
  • round rock (11/08/2024, 06:47) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    I joined with others to congratulate our Olympian Kyron Mc Master for a job well done. To reach the final of such difficult race is an achievement. What we need to do from here is to focus on developing our athletes from the primary schools level to participate in sports. It is a very healthy and a disciplined activity. Mr. Benjamen who won the event for the U.S.A is a younger and stronger than athlete than Kyron. He is 27 years old. His parents are from Antigua, so he made the Caribbean proud. Let us don't lose heart. Kyron career is outstanding because he won two Commonwealth gold medals for the Territory. However, let us focus on the future.
  • Common Sense (11/08/2024, 10:42) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    It’s the journey not the arrival, to have reached the final was a magnificent effort. Yes, a medal would have been nice, but, the lack of one does not detract from the magnificence of the occasion. Let’s welcome the warrior home.


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