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As a world-renowned Formula 1 driver, Hamilton has achieved incredible success. He is currently the wealthiest sportsperson in the UK, with a net worth surpassing £131 million, marking a rise to fame and fortune that has kept him at the top of the UK’s ‘rich list’ for over a decade.<ref>Lewis Hamilton: Proud of His Grenadian Roots » Caribbean Travel Trade</ref>

== Jennifer Hosten ==

Jennifer Hosten, born on October 31, 1947, in St. Georges, Grenada, is a multi-talented individual known for her work as a radio announcer, development worker, diplomat, flight attendant, model, and author. She studied in London before becoming Grenada’s beauty queen. In November 1970, at the age of 23, Jennifer made history by winning the Miss World contest, becoming the first woman from Grenada and the first Black woman to hold the title. The contest was controversial, with allegations suggesting that the influence of Grenada's Premier, Eric Matthew Gairy, who was on the judging panel, affected the results.<ref>JENNIFER HOSTEN - I Am Grenada</ref>

== Kirani James ==

Kirani James, born on September 1, 1992, in Gouyave, Grenada, is a renowned 400m sprinter. He is Grenada's first and only Olympic medalist, having won gold at the 2012 London Olympics, along with gold at the 2011 World Championships and the 2014 Commonwealth Games.

James showed exceptional talent from a young age, breaking 400m records as a 14- and 15-year-old. He won multiple gold medals at the CARIFTA Games, including breaking the U20 400m record previously held by Usain Bolt. He made his mark internationally by winning the 200/400m double at the 2009 World Youth Championships and the 2010 World Junior Championships.

He earned a scholarship to the University of Alabama, where he won back-to-back NCAA Outdoor Championship titles. James is one of only nine athletes to win world championships at the youth, junior, and senior levels, and he has three World Championship medals (2011 Gold, 2015 Bronze, 2022 Silver) and three Olympic medals (2012 Gold, 2016 Silver, 2020 Bronze). He is the first athlete to win three individual 400m Olympic medals.

In addition to his athletics career, James holds a bachelor's degree in general business and serves on the board of directors of WINDREF and the Sport for Health program.<ref>HOME | KiraniJames</ref>

== Anderson Peters ==

Anderson Peters is a renowned Grenadian javelin , known for his impressive achievements in the sport. He turned professional at 20 and gained worldwide recognition with a gold medal at the 2019 World Championships in Doha, throwing 86.89 meters. He defended his title at the 2022 World Championships in Eugene, Oregon, with a throw of 90.54 meters, becoming one of the few athletes to win back-to-back world titles.<ref>ANDERSON PETERS</ref>

== Johnson Beharry ==

Johnson, born in Grenada in the Caribbean in 1979 to an Afro-Indian family, later moved to the UK at age 19. Despite starting out as a small-time drug dealer, he had a turning point and joined the Princess of Wales Regiment at age 21.

His act of heroism took place in 2005 while serving in Iraq. During a brutal ambush, Johnson chose to drive his Warrior armored vehicle over a mine to save his platoon, risking his own life. Under heavy fire and with the vehicle on fire, he rescued all crew members''',''' first carrying his unconscious commander and gunner through flames, then saving four more soldiers from the back of the vehicle. He saved a total of 27 comrades that day.

Just six weeks later, he was severely injured in another ambush, surviving a grenade blast to the head despite only a 1% chance of survival.

Today, Johnson dedicates himself to charity work and youth education, aiming to inspire others with his story of transformation and resilience.<ref>I wouldn’t say I am lucky… Interview with Johnson Beharry, VC – The Best You Magazine</ref>

== Andre Winner ==

Andre Badi Winner is a professional mixed martial artist born on September 11, 1981, in St. George's, Grenada. He fights out of Leicester, England and is affiliated with Team Rough House. Competing in the Lightweight division, Winner stands 5'11 tall with a 73-inch reach and last weighed in at 155.2 lbs.

He holds a pro MMA record of 23 wins, 13 losses, and 2 draws, but is currently on a 2-fight losing streak. His last fight was on June 8, 2019, under the ACA promotion. Over his career, he has disclosed earnings of $57,303 USD.<ref>Andre Winner | MMA Fighter Page | Tapology</ref>

== Mark Felix ==

Mark Felix, born on April 17, 1966, in St. George’s, Grenada, is a Grenadian'''-'''English strongman competitor standing 6’4” and weighing 309 lbs. He moved to Great Harwood, Lancashire, England at age 23. Originally a bodybuilder, he began competing in strongman events in 2003 at age 37, a relatively late start in the sport.

Felix quickly rose through the ranks, turning professional in 2004 and achieving notable success. He won the IFSA British Championships in 2005, excelling in the Deadlift, Farmer’s Walk, and Atlas Stones. He has also won several international grip strength contests, including the Rolling Thunder World Championships (2008, 2009''')''' and the Vice Grip Viking Challenge (2011, 2012).<ref>Mark Felix Grenadian Making Waves - I Am Grenada</ref>

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 As a world-renowned Formula 1 driver, Hamilton has achieved incredible success. He is currently the wealthiest sportsperson in the UK, with a net worth surpassing £131 million, marking a rise to fame and fortune that has kept him at the top of the UK’s ‘rich list’ for over a decade.<ref>Lewis Hamilton: Proud of His Grenadian Roots » Caribbean Travel Trade</ref>
+== Jennifer Hosten ==
+Jennifer Hosten, born on October 31, 1947, in St. Georges, Grenada, is a multi-talented individual known for her work as a radio announcer, development worker, diplomat, flight attendant, model, and author. She studied in London before becoming Grenada’s beauty queen. In November 1970, at the age of 23, Jennifer made history by winning the Miss World contest, becoming the first woman from Grenada and the first Black woman to hold the title. The contest was controversial, with allegations suggesting that the influence of Grenada's Premier, Eric Matthew Gairy, who was on the judging panel, affected the results.<ref>JENNIFER HOSTEN - I Am Grenada</ref>
+== Kirani James ==
+Kirani James, born on September 1, 1992, in Gouyave, Grenada, is a renowned 400m sprinter. He is Grenada's first and only Olympic medalist, having won gold at the 2012 London Olympics, along with gold at the 2011 World Championships and the 2014 Commonwealth Games.
+James showed exceptional talent from a young age, breaking 400m records as a 14- and 15-year-old. He won multiple gold medals at the CARIFTA Games, including breaking the U20 400m record previously held by Usain Bolt. He made his mark internationally by winning the 200/400m double at the 2009 World Youth Championships and the 2010 World Junior Championships.
+He earned a scholarship to the University of Alabama, where he won back-to-back NCAA Outdoor Championship titles. James is one of only nine athletes to win world championships at the youth, junior, and senior levels, and he has three World Championship medals (2011 Gold, 2015 Bronze, 2022 Silver) and three Olympic medals (2012 Gold, 2016 Silver, 2020 Bronze). He is the first athlete to win three individual 400m Olympic medals.
+In addition to his athletics career, James holds a bachelor's degree in general business and serves on the board of directors of WINDREF and the Sport for Health program.<ref>HOME | KiraniJames</ref>
+== Anderson Peters ==
+Anderson Peters is a renowned Grenadian javelin , known for his impressive achievements in the sport. He turned professional at 20 and gained worldwide recognition with a gold medal at the 2019 World Championships in Doha, throwing 86.89 meters. He defended his title at the 2022 World Championships in Eugene, Oregon, with a throw of 90.54 meters, becoming one of the few athletes to win back-to-back world titles.<ref>ANDERSON PETERS</ref>
+== Johnson Beharry ==
+Johnson, born in Grenada in the Caribbean in 1979 to an Afro-Indian family, later moved to the UK at age 19. Despite starting out as a small-time drug dealer, he had a turning point and joined the Princess of Wales Regiment at age 21.
+His act of heroism took place in 2005 while serving in Iraq. During a brutal ambush, Johnson chose to drive his Warrior armored vehicle over a mine to save his platoon, risking his own life. Under heavy fire and with the vehicle on fire, he rescued all crew members''',''' first carrying his unconscious commander and gunner through flames, then saving four more soldiers from the back of the vehicle. He saved a total of 27 comrades that day.
+Just six weeks later, he was severely injured in another ambush, surviving a grenade blast to the head despite only a 1% chance of survival.
+Today, Johnson dedicates himself to charity work and youth education, aiming to inspire others with his story of transformation and resilience.<ref>I wouldn’t say I am lucky… Interview with Johnson Beharry, VC – The Best You Magazine</ref>
+== Andre Winner ==
+Andre Badi Winner is a professional mixed martial artist born on September 11, 1981, in St. George's, Grenada. He fights out of Leicester, England and is affiliated with Team Rough House. Competing in the Lightweight division, Winner stands 5'11 tall with a 73-inch reach and last weighed in at 155.2 lbs.
+He holds a pro MMA record of 23 wins, 13 losses, and 2 draws, but is currently on a 2-fight losing streak. His last fight was on June 8, 2019, under the ACA promotion. Over his career, he has disclosed earnings of $57,303 USD.<ref>Andre Winner | MMA Fighter Page | Tapology</ref>
+== Mark Felix ==
+Mark Felix, born on April 17, 1966, in St. George’s, Grenada, is a Grenadian'''-'''English strongman competitor standing 6’4” and weighing 309 lbs. He moved to Great Harwood, Lancashire, England at age 23. Originally a bodybuilder, he began competing in strongman events in 2003 at age 37, a relatively late start in the sport.
+Felix quickly rose through the ranks, turning professional in 2004 and achieving notable success. He won the IFSA British Championships in 2005, excelling in the Deadlift, Farmer’s Walk, and Atlas Stones. He has also won several international grip strength contests, including the Rolling Thunder World Championships (2008, 2009''')''' and the Vice Grip Viking Challenge (2011, 2012).<ref>Mark Felix Grenadian Making Waves - I Am Grenada</ref>