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for participants at Singer Autogard Races Another new feature is that the organizers of the meet have for the first time arranged for one night's free accommodation with dinner and breakfast provided which otherwise the competitors will have to carry the burden. Upali Dassanayake, President of the SLRRA said that with many motor racing taking place this year they wanted to give the participants some assistance specially those who do not reside within a reasonable distance from Pannala. Participants who do not avail themselves of the free package have the option of getting 25 litres of octane unleaded petrol which is also been introduced for the first time. For added convenience a Petroleum Corporation outlet would be opened on the site. The participants who get injured will be taken on a helicopter ambulance which is also a new introduction. Twenty four events have been scheduled for the day comprising of 12 motor cars and 12 motor cycle events. All the leading drivers and riders are expected to take part in this colourful event which promises to be a grand event with all these new additions being included for the first time. Lanka
Bell, Mabroc Teas cruise through The semi final between Lanka Bell and Lanka Yalta Cubs was expected to be a interesting tussle with Lanka Bell taking first lease of the wicket scoring a modest 53 in their allotted 16 overs. For the Lanka Yalta Cubs it was not their day with their players misfielding and giving the upper hand to their opponents that put them under pressure. Lanka Yalta Cubs going in to bat were given a torrid time by Trevin Fernando who with some attacking bowling had the Yalta Cubs in a spot of bother. The scoring was far below the expected target with the batsmen getting out regularly which increased the asking rate and they crumbled for a meagre 11 runs. In the other semi final Lion Brewery who had a good record in the preliminary games threw away their chances with the score reading minus seven after the completion of 12 overs. But they managed to score 17 at the end of their 16 overs. Mabroc Teas in their turn played a sensible game knowing they have a small target and were not at any stage in a hurry. At the end of their allotted 16 overs they made a healthy 67 and will lock horns with Lanka Bell in the final to be played on April 5. Results: Lanka Yalta Cubs - 11 in 16 overs (Graham Fernando 6; Trevin Fernando 5/-21, Gihan Siriwardena 2/7, Lucian Benedict 2/4) Lion Brewery
- 17 in 16 overs (Gaminide Silva 18, Primal Salgado 8, Thiranga
Weerasinghe 8; Roshan Iddamalgoda 5/-20, Ruwan Samantha 2/1) Sports
should be encouraged at all levels This seminar attracted over 50 executives drawn from the private sector. He said that teachers, parents and even religious leaders (yoga meditation) could help towards this end. Dr. Wijesuriya gave much food for thought to the powers that be, especially the schools and the education departments (sports) section. The schools physical training programme should be revived by all schools. There should be a physical training period as done in the past. Parents in most quarters lay much stress on studies these days. In the end, the child has to undergo mental stress due to lack of exercise. He should be allowed to relax. It was a meaningful address by Dr. Wijesuriya. If anyone, be it schoolboy or an adult, says that he has no time for exercises, then he is asking for trouble with regard to his health. If one has no time then he has not organised his life. The
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Nation tournament begins at Dambulla New Zealand will arrive in the island on April 16 to play two tests and participate in the Triangular Tournament. The two tests will be played at the P. Sara Stadium (April 25 -29) and at the Asgiriya Stadium in Kandy (May 3-7). The Tri-Nation tournament will kick off at the Dambulla Stadium on May 10 followed by the second leg at the SSC grounds. The final will be played under lights at the R. Premadasa Stadium. The itinerary is as follows:
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