After another excellent year in 2018, athletes from every discipline have once again shone high and bright, being a beacon for the world of Masters Athletics.
Below we are proud to confirm the winners of the WMA 2018 Athletes of the Year Awards, along side their close runners up. Congratulations to all and we wish you all the very best success in 2019.
2018 WMA BEST MASTERS ATHLETES
The Champions:
Winner WOMEN:
Carol LaFayette-Boyd – CAN
Events at the WMA Malaga Championships
Event 1: 200m – 56 – Position 1st (WR)
Event 2: High Jump – 24 – Position 1st (WR)
Event 3: 60m – Indoor – 40 – Position 1st (WR)
Winner MEN:
Charles Allie – USA
Events at the WMA Malaga Championships
Event 1: 400m – 26 – Position 1st (WR)
Event 2: 200m – 75 – Position 1st (WR)
Event 3: 100m – 81 – Position 1st
Full List of our amazing winners for their achievements in 2018
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