VN November 2022

Vetnews | November 2022 27 He shot an “X” (middle of centre) with his last arrow of the day and competition but unfortunately on the wrong target, resulting in a loss of 4 points and a slip to 4 th position, giving Uwe a spot on the podium by the single point. Highlights for Gary on this trip were clearly his Gold Medal at the World Field Archery Championships and also shooting three personal best scores during the tournament. Special thanks must go to V-Tech and the Oberem family of Afrivet, who, together with friends, family and a school classmate and Old Selbornian (who wishes to remain anonymous), helpedmitigate the financial burden of attending such an event through their generous sponsorship and support. Team South Africa did exceptionally well; the 15 participants brought back 13 medals. These were five gold, seven silver and one bronze. Further accolades to the Protea team were the five new world records set by various team members. v Gary Bauer, South Africa (Gold Medal) with Uwe Worschech, Germany (Bronze). Silver went to Ueli Britschgi from Switzerland, who could not attend the awards ceremony. GaryBauer(SouthAfrica),UeliBritschgi(Switzerland),UweWorscheck (Germany)andJohnFoley(England)atahuntertargetface. GaryBauer(SouthAfrica),UeliBritschgiandWernerGasser (bothfromSwitzerland)andafullscoreFieldTargetFace. SAVA Members News I SAVV Lede Nuus