Wirral Life Issue 73 | Page 18

LOCAL HEROES SHINE ON THE GLOBAL STAGE
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LOCAL HEROES SHINE ON THE GLOBAL STAGE
The British Traditional Wushu / Kung Fu Team performed stellar at the recently concluded 9th World Kung Fu Championship in Emei Mountains in China .
The team ' s remarkable performance left spectators and competitors in awe , clinching five medals , including one Gold , two Silver , and two Bronze .
The standout achievement of the tournament was the Gold Medal secured by a local Wirral athlete , 16-yearold Jack Caldicott , showcasing the outstanding potential of our community ' s talent . Additionally , a Bronze Medal was added to the British Wushu Team ' s accolades by another Wirral athlete , Dominik Liu , 15 years old . These exceptional accomplishments underscore the dedication and commitment of these local heroes to their craft . They train at the local Chinese Martial Arts Club , China Spirit UK , in Wirral .
The team ' s remarkable unity and hard work resulted in a collective fourth-place finish in the group event , reinforcing the strong bond between the British Wushu / Kung Fu Team and the Wirral community .
The British Wushu / Kung Fu Team ' s triumph at the 9th World Kung Fu Championship demonstrates that success knows no boundaries when pursuing one ' s passion and that the Wirral community can produce world-class athletes capable of competing at the highest level .
We extend our heartiest congratulations to all members of the British Wushu Team and , in particular , our local heroes from Wirral . Your achievements have not only brought honour to our community but also served as an inspiration to future generations of athletes . We look forward to witnessing your continued success in Wushu and beyond .
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