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Historic Suwaibou Sanneh returns home tomorrow

Aug 13, 2012, 11:50 AM

Gambia’s sensational sprinter Suwaibou Sanneh and compatriot Saruba Kolley tomorrow returns home after a record-breaking performance at this year’s Olympic Games in London.

The promising young athlete made a heroic and best performance so far for The Gambia after booking a spot in the semi-finals.

According to Gambia Athletics Association media officer Baboucarr Bahoum, the Gambia 2012 Olympics delegation, which includes 2 athletes, a technician and sports officials, will finally jet back to Banjul on Tuesday 14 August 2012 around 9:30pm with Sabena Airline.

Both Suwaibou Sanneh and Saruba Kolley, who put up a remarkable performance in the London Olympic Games, 2012 are expected to receive a warm welcome from Gambian fans upon the arrival of the Gambian delegation.