Welcome, Team Fiji
The 97 athletes and 47 officials of Team Fiji were welcomed into the 2018 Commonwealth Games Village during the flag-raising ceremony yesterday.
It was an emotional moment for athletes when the noble banner blue was hoisted knowing that all their hard work, sacrifice and dedication had been paid off.
Chef de Mission Patrick Bower acknowledged the host for the hospitality.
“To the traditional owners, the host , people of Australia, on behalf of Team Fiji we would like to thank you sincerely for welcoming us,”Bower said,
“All our 97 athletes and 47 officials have all sacrificed to be here. They have trained hard and will give our best in the 12 sports we will participate in.
“We are overwhelmed by the hospitality and our sincere thanks to the Commonwealth Games committee”
Team Fiji ended the ceremony singing
‘’ Viti Lomani Na Noqu Vanua.”
Edited by Osea Bola
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