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Gotland Games officially underway

Opening ceremony took place last night

It's the first day of competition at the 2017 Gotland Island Games, and there are already medals up for grabs. 

The men's and women's triathlons are taking place, with both individual and team honours there to be won.

 

In athletics, there are finals of the men's 10,000 metres, hammer and high jump, as well as the women's long jump.

 

Meanwhile, other sports getting under way are badminton, basketball, beach volleyball, football, shooting, table tennis and tennis.

 

Last night saw the opening ceremony take place.

 

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