Team Bahamas competed well at the PanAm Games in Santiago, Chile. Sydney Clarke, Justin Roberts and Kevin Major Jr all competed in the singles competition. In the first round Sydney Clarke, the only female from the Bahamas faced American Jamie Loeb she fought but lost in straight sets 6-3, 6-0.
On the Men’s side, Kevin Major would play Alan Rubio of Mexico hard but he fell 6-3, 6-0. Justin Roberts faced Daniel Vallejo of Paraguay. He fought but fell in straight sets 6-1, 6-3. After sustaining first-round singles losses the last opportunity to advance would come down to the Mixed Doubles Event. Sydney and Justin would team up and play against Martin Vergara and Leyla Britez of Paraguay in the first round fighting hard but losing 6-4, 6-2 in a really good effort. The team captained by Larikah Russell competed hard in Santiago Chile. Thanks to each of you for your hard work.
We wish the team a safe journey home!
Original Post Date: 10/26/2023
