SALY, Senegal – Elengoi Gibbons made history for Palau at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, becoming the country’s first athlete to compete in triathlon on the Olympic stage. The 17-year-old was the only female athlete representing Palau at the Games. She completed the women’s individual triathlon in 1 hour, 21 minutes and 6 seconds, […]
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Australia commits $15.6 million to boost Pacific sports and athletes
By: Leilani Reklai KOROR, Palau (August 31, 2026) — “The Pacific is home to incredible sporting talent,” Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said as Australia announced a $15.6 million investment to help Pacific athletes and officials reach major international sporting competitions. The Australian government will provide the funding over four years to support athletes and […]