USVI Olympians Fall Short in 100-Meter Breaststroke, 400-Meter Freestyle

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USVI Olympians Fall Short in 100-Meter Breaststroke, 400-Meter Freestyle

Adriel Sanes did not advance to the semifinals of the men’s 100-meter breaststroke Sunday at the Olympics after placing third in his heat. Natalia Kuipers, 19, also of St. Croix, finished outside the top eight in the women’s 400-meter freestyle semis.

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