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Back-to-Back Victories for Malique Smith at South Florida Invitational and Pure Athletics Invitational

Malique Smith, a member of the Virgin Islands track and field team, delivered an impressive performance over two consecutive days, showcasing his speed and endurance in both the 400m hurdles and the 400m sprint. Competing at the South Florida Invitational at the University of South Florida, Smith dominated his heat in the 400m hurdles, clocking an impressive 52.41 seconds.

Not content with just one victory, Smith returned to the track the following day at the Pure Athletics Invitational in Clermont, Florida, where he once again proved his prowess. This time, he took on the 400m sprint, winning his heat with a swift 48.19 seconds. His back-to-back wins highlight his versatility and endurance across different track events.

All VI athletes should register with the Virgin Islands Track and Field Federation. Registration can be done online at the Federations website: Registration – Virgin Islands Track and Field Federation

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