Republic of Mauritius- Mauritian Gold Medalists in Gymnastics honoured for their outstanding performances

Addressing the Gold Medalists, Minister Toussaint lauded their success and achievement in making Mauritius shine on the international level.  It is impressive that such young children have distinguished themselves by performing so well in Gymnastics, he pointed out.  It is high time to motivate and support the younger generation to get involved in sports which are associated with strong values such as discipline and determination, he further stated.

In addition, the Minister stated that no stone will be left unturned by his Ministry in giving due recognition to Mauritian sportspersons for their achievements and in providing all necessary means to ensure the success of athletes.  He also dwelt on the various measures being implemented to encourage citizens adopt a sports culture as well as the ongoing preparations with regards to the forthcoming Indian Ocean Island Games which Mauritius is hosting this year.

Speaking about the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, the Mr Toussaint indicated that options for sending Mauritian athletes to the Games are being examined and that the young Mauritian Gold Medalists in Gymnastics at the 2019 Thailand Moose Games have the capacity to compete in these Olympic Games.

The Thailand Moose Games

The Thailand Moose Games is a competition for new Gymnasts who want to gain more experience in a competitive environment.

On 30 and 31 March 2019, three young Mauritian athletes, namely Iresha Sookalingum and Arshiya Hassarup both aged twelve years old, and seven-year old Megan Ester Gracieuse, participated in the Moose Games Gymnastics Competition 2019 in Bangkok.  Gymnasts from 15 clubs across Thailand as well as 10 schools from overseas were represented at the competition.