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Teen boxer brings Tuvalu fire to Commonwealth Games

A teenage boxer from Tuvalu served as flag bearer at the Commonwealth Games opening ceremony.

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A teenage boxer represented Tuvalu at the Commonwealth Games, carrying the island nation's flag at the opening ceremony. The young athlete described the honour as deeply personal, connecting to her heritage and identity.

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'My bloodline': Teen boxer brings Tuvalu fire to Commonwealth Games

The teenager was the flag bearer for the tiny island of Tuvalu at the Games opening ceremony.

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