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David Kuester set a new UK record in the 60-65 age category to win the gold medal at the British Masters Throwers Decathlon in Stoke-on-Trent.

In wet and windy conditions, Kuester, who represents both Bicester and Oxford City, rattled up a tally of 5,011 points.

His record came in the grenade throw, which he launched out to 50.57m - beating the previous record by more than two metres.

Kuester said: "This is only the second Throws Decathlon I've ever competed in, and to set a new UK record is incredible."

Kuester is now looking forward to the British Masters Track & Field Championships on July 5 and 6 at Birmingham's Alexander Stadium.

KUESTER'S THROWS

Hammer: 1 29.93. Shot: 2 9.78. Discus: 1 30.70. Javelin: 1 33.17. Heavy weight: 1 15.69. Kugelschocken: 2 16.11. Slingball: 1 35.78. Stone (brick): 2 7.67m. Grenade/Keule: 1 50.57. One-handed hammer: 1 20.41.

11:31am Wednesday 25th June 2008

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