Piha boy Elliot Paerata-Reid is doing well in the World Junior Comps at Panama. There are 128 juniors competing in the under-16-year-olds and Elliot is through the the final 16!

The photo shows Elliot competing, all style and grace and extraordinary athleticism – if not balletic poise.

Wish you luck, Elliot.

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