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By Samuel Peters
The long-awaited Clash of the Caribbean arm-wrestling showdown delivered on its promise as hosts Antigua and Barbuda claimed the title on home turf at The People’s Place on Saturday evening. In front of an enthusiastic crowd, the home team dominated their Trinidad and Tobago rivals, winning seven of ten bouts contested in a format that tested both skill and endurance.
Each bout consisted of best-of-five rounds, with competitors battling on both right and left arms. The format tested endurance, technique, and mental fortitude as athletes switched between dominant and non-dominant arms throughout the evening, creating an intense atmosphere that kept spectators on the edge of their seats.
The hosts showed their strength across multiple weight classes, with standout performances from Omarion Boyle, Omarie Laird, Nivron Browne, Nickson Grove, Qeqiyo Soriano-Franco, Daniel Antonio, and Joshua Rabess, all recording decisive 3-0 victories. Their consistent execution and home advantage proved crucial in securing the overall win, as they demonstrated superior technique and conditioning throughout the competition.
Despite the loss, Trinidad and Tobago found success through Muhammad Ibrahim, Navardo Wallace-Gill, and Jesiah Bartholomew, who each secured victories to keep their team competitive. Ibrahim opened the competition with a statement 3-0 win over Nathaniel Cottam on the right arm, setting an aggressive tone. Wallace-Gill edged Jerell Jules 3-2 in a closely contested left-arm battle, while Bartholomew dominated Kayce Simmons 3-0 on the right arm, showing the visitors had moments of brilliance despite falling short overall.
The complete results saw Muhammad Ibrahim defeat Nathaniel Cottam 3-0 on right arm, Omarion Boyle defeat Vincent Gosine 3-0 on left arm, Navardo Wallace-Gill defeat Jerell Jules 3-2 on left arm, Omarie Laird defeat Shaun Outar 3-0 on right arm, Nivron Browne defeat Martin Hamilton 3-0 on left arm, Jesiah Bartholomew defeat Kayce Simmons 3-0 on right arm, Nickson Grove defeat Luke Gosine 3-0 on left arm, Qeqiyo Soriano-Franco defeat Marciano Francis 3-0 on right arm, Daniel Antonio defeat Victor Albert 3-0 on right arm, and Joshua Rabess defeat Tyler Gibson 3-0 on left arm.
The victory marks a significant moment for arm-wrestling in Antigua and Barbuda, showcasing the growing strength and development of the sport across the Caribbean region. The event’s success has set the stage for future competitions and established Antigua and Barbuda as a formidable force in regional arm-wrestling.
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