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Udupi: Michael Sequeira wins gold at India Unity Marathon 2019’ under 60+ age group

  •   Sun, Oct 20 2019 10:44:08 AM

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Udupi, Oct 20: Michael Sequeira, superhero of 1976 - 77, at National Junior College, Barkur, an athlete and champion of races on tracks, especially 200 and 400 meter-category, is once again in the headlines for achieving first place in 10 K Thane Warrior marathon, 60 + category. He received a trophy and medal.

Recently he won gold medal in 10 km race arranged for men above 60 years, at ‘India Unity Marathon 2019’ held in Bandra, Mumbai. He completed the race in 1 hour 5 minutes 53 seconds.

Hailing from Japkali Kudru in Hosala Barkur, his family had a long standing record of participating in sport and games. His elder brothers Simplen and Bonnie were former SPA presidents.

Michael’s passion for sports lies in just not watching, but in participation. He was an Udupi taluk level Champion during his high school days in 1974 and almost Dakshina Kannada district level champion in the year 1976-77 during the historical two day sports event for junior colleges held at NJC Barkur, as he stood first in 200 meter, 400 meter, 200X4 relay, but narrowly missed 100 meter placing him in second place.
  

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  • Francis Saldanha, Mangaluru/Bahrain

    Sun, Oct 20 2019

    Sir, you are indeed an inspiration for many. Congratulations for your wonderful achievements in all these years in sports. The willpower and the passion for sports and fitness is awesome! Keep it going, remain healthy and achieve more success in the days/years to come.... !!

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