Fiji Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka, Wins Bronze Medal at Oceania Athletics Championships
- Fiji Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka, aged 75, won a bronze medal in shot put at the Oceania Athletics Championships.
- The former coup leader described the experience as 'exhilarating' as he showcased his sporting prowess internationally.
- Rabuka proved that age is just a number by succeeding in the athletic competition.
Fiji's 75-year-old Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka, won a bronze medal in shot put at the Oceania Athletics Championships. He threw 7.09 meters and finished third in the 75-79 age group. Rabuka aims to inspire young people to stay fit and healthy. He also competed in discus, finishing sixth. The championship in Suva had athletes from different age groups. Rabuka has a history of sports success, representing Fiji in decathlon and rugby. Rabuka, a former soldier, became Prime Minister in 2022 after a previous term from 1992 to 1999. He also managed the Pacific Islands rugby team. Rabuka's participation in sports events is rare for a world leader. He missed a medal in discus but won bronze in shot put. He wants to encourage healthy habits and avoid harmful behaviors. Rabuka's assertive style during coups earned him the nickname "Rambo." He transitioned to politics after his military career. Rabuka's return to office in 2022 followed a break from politics.