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NZ At 2010 Commonwealth Games: Day 5 - First Gold!

Published: Mon 11 Oct 2010 10:08 AM
NZ At The 2010 Commonwealth Games: Day 5 - First Gold!
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First Gold For New Zealand
Alison Shanks yesterday became New Zealand’s first gold medallist at the Delhi Commonwealth Games with a commanding performance in her specialty event, the 3000m individual pursuit. More>>
A Fine Tradition
Track cyclist Alison Shanks maintained a fine tradition when she won the gold medal in the women’s 3000m individual pursuit today. More>>
Shanks Wins First Gold
Alison Shanks today became New Zealand’s first gold medallist at the Delhi Commonwealth Games with a commanding performance in her specialty event, the 3000m individual pursuit. More>>
Swimmers Hit Best Form
New Zealand swimmers saved their best until this evening, earning four medals in the Commonwealth Games swimming competition. More>>
Two Brave Silvers At The Track
Brent Newdick and Nikki Hamblin produced outstanding efforts to win Commonwealth Games silver medals in the track and field today. More>>
Silver For Weightlifter
Richard Patterson continued New Zealand’s medal rush today by claiming a silver medal in the 85kg class at the weightlifting. More>>
Glynn Bags Three For Black Sticks
Katie Glynn had a day to remember as the New Zealand women’s hockey team pummelled England 4-1 in their crucial Commonwealth Games match-up today. More>>
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