CASTRIES, St. Lucia – Julien Alfred, St Lucia’s Olympic champion, grew to become an on the spot millionaire on Friday, receiving a monumental EC$1 million from the Authorities in recognition of her excellent achievements on the Paris Olympics.
The 23-year-old athlete was honored on Julien Alfred Day, a nationwide vacation devoted to her, after she made historical past by winning gold in the women’s 100 meters and silver in the 200 meters, turning into the primary St Lucian to say gold at this prestigious occasion.
The momentous event passed off throughout a particular live performance on the Daren Sammy Cricket Floor, the place Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre introduced plans to rename a piece of the Millennium Freeway in Alfred’s honor. Moreover, a monument shall be erected on the roundabout alongside that stretch of highway to commemorate her exceptional accomplishments.
A becoming tribute
In a becoming tribute to her nationwide file time of 10.72 seconds within the 100 meters, Alfred may even obtain a parcel of land measuring 10,720 sq. ft. The Authorities plans to design a stamp in her honor, alongside the discharge of train books that includes her picture to encourage future generations.
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The celebrations had been additional enriched by beneficiant donations from a number of company sponsors. M&C and Massy Shops every contributed $30,000, whereas Unicomer pledged $30,000 value of gymnasium gear. Chreiki & Sons promised $50,000, Landings dedicated $10,000 each year, and 758 Adventures awarded her $25,000. On Thursday, the St Lucia Olympic Committee additionally honored her with a grant of $75,000.
The live performance concluded per week full of festivities, together with a six-hour motorcade, two faculty rallies, a flotilla, a cocktail reception, and the revealing of a mural at Ciceron RC Major, Alfred’s alma mater. These celebrations highlighted not solely her athletic prowess but in addition her position as a supply of delight and inspiration for the nation.
