New PNG sprint queen Isila Apkup's mantra is 'dream big, work hard'

Fresh Off The Field
07/08/2025 54 min
New PNG sprint queen Isila Apkup's mantra is 'dream big, work hard'

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Isila Apkup is the new face of Papua New Guinea sprinting and off the back of more medals in Palau at the Pacific Mini Games, she talks through her journey to the top. Regular co-host Jamie Haro chats to Apkup about the challenges of studying and competing in USA, the honour of running for PNG and what lessons she has for the next generation.Sam Wykes is also joined by Tongan reporter Marian Kupu who is keen to chat netball and rugby plus there's news in cricket, athletics, football, basketball and more.

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