Troy Doris: Guyana’s hope for Olympic Gold in 2020

The Mayor and Town Council of Georgetown was bursting with pride on Tuesday afternoon as 2018 Commonwealth gold medallist Troy Doris graced the Council’s meeting chambers with a visit.
Doris, who is American-born to Guyanese parents, copped gold at the triple jump event with a leap of 16.88m.
Mayor of Georgetown Patricia Chase Green was all smiles when she met with the young man. Citing his recent success, Greene stated that Doris is in position to bring home an Olympic Gold in 2020. “I am certain that come 2020 that gold medal will be coming home to us after nearly 40 years,” she boasted. Guyana’s last Olympic Gold was won by Michael Parris in 1980 for bantam weight boxing. The Mayor went on to pledge the municipality’s support to the young man for both his athletic and academic achievement.
A grateful Doris expressed appreciation for the overwhelming support he has received from the Guyanese populace. The triple jumper noted that he has set his sights on competing on a larger stage and coming out successful; “I don’t think this will be my last medal,” he stated.
Doris was presented with several plaques on behalf of the City of Georgetown prior to showcasing his Gold Coast 2018 medal.