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Kyron A. McMaster bestowed title of OBE @ Buckingham Palace

Virgin Islands' Olympian and World Championships silver medallist Kyron A. McMaster, OBE proudly displays his OBE medal. Photo: Family of Kyron A. McMaster, Aaron Chown/PA, Yui Mok
Virgin Islands' star athlete Kyron A. McMaster was on Thursday, November 28, 2024, bestowed with the title Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) by the Princess Royal at Buckingham.Photo: Family of Kyron A. McMaster, Aaron Chown/PA, Yui Mok
Virgin Islands' star athlete Kyron A. McMaster was on Thursday, November 28, 2024, bestowed with the title Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) by the Princess Royal at Buckingham.Photo: Family of Kyron A. McMaster, Aaron Chown/PA, Yui Mok
Kyron A. McMaster, OBE, right, with his father Anthony S. McMaster, left, at Buckingham Palace on Thursday, November 28, 2024. Photo: Family of Kyron A. McMaster/Aaron Chown/PA, Yui Mok
Kyron A. McMaster, OBE, right, with his father Anthony S. McMaster, left, at Buckingham Palace on Thursday, November 28, 2024. Photo: Family of Kyron A. McMaster/Aaron Chown/PA, Yui Mok
LONDON, United Kingdom- Virgin Islands' Olympian and World Championships silver medallist Kyron A. McMaster was on Thursday, November 28, 2024, bestowed with the title Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) by the Princess Royal at Buckingham Palace.

Speaking with media houses present, McMaster stated: "It feels good to be recognised by the British Empire for my due diligence in sports and the British Virgin Islands."

He further added that "he doesn't take this [honour] lightly.'

McMaster, who is currently ranked 4th in the world for 400M Hurdles athletes, anticipates many more achievements in the future, including possibly working his way up to being honoured as Sir Kyron McMaster.

The OBE investiture is usually bestowed to reward outstanding contributions in war, communities, and various professional and philanthropic areas of life.

13 Responses to “Kyron A. McMaster bestowed title of OBE @ Buckingham Palace”

  • Great. (29/11/2024, 16:50) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    From a good family. Keep making your parents, family, friends and the BVI proud.
  • Nice going (29/11/2024, 18:10) Like (9) Dislike (0) Reply
    Congratulations Kyron. I know your family is proud and we, in the BVI are also proud of you. Much Blessings to you now and in the future. I know Uncle Shaun is beaming with pride and love, for sure.
  • SPH (29/11/2024, 18:47) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    Congratulations! Continue to reach for higher heights.
  • My Goodness (29/11/2024, 19:23) Like (5) Dislike (1) Reply
    Why is everyone fingers stuck on the mute button. Say congratulations to the man.
  • He’s The Man! (29/11/2024, 20:57) Like (6) Dislike (0) Reply
    Mr. McMaster looks dapper in all those pictures!
    Lovely smile! Congratulations to him on being awarded the OBE!
  • 1Q (29/11/2024, 21:20) Like (11) Dislike (0) Reply
    From a pin hole in the west indies to the Global Stage. Well deserved!! VI!!
  • Guy Hill Oly LA'84 (29/11/2024, 23:17) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    Congratulations son. Always continue to do and be your very best. Be bless. Be Brave. Hammarskolg is watching. Love alone. ????
  • Wonderful (29/11/2024, 23:20) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    Happy for you.
  • tola (30/11/2024, 04:13) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    Humble youth
  • Citizen (30/11/2024, 07:42) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
    Man, you did us proud all around. Congratulations, Dag would have been smiling from ear to ????
  • tola (30/11/2024, 08:14) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    You did great continue on your journey.
  • Xxx (30/11/2024, 09:10) Like (1) Dislike (10) Reply
    these OBE value zero these days
  • DEDE (30/11/2024, 09:47) Like (6) Dislike (1) Reply
    Congratulations on all your accomplishments. Give thanks to God, your parents and family, your late coach Dag Samuels and all those who help along the way.


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