Smith concludes competitive season with another bronze

Anabelle Smith wins bronze at FINA Diving World Cup in China

Anabelle Smith has concluded a strong season on the world stage, winning bronze in the 3m synchronised with partner Esther Qin at the FINA Diving World Cup in Wuhan China. Smith also placed 6^th in the 3m Individual.

Fellow VIS diver, AnnaRose Keating had a consistent string of results across the event, placing 5^th in Mixed 10m Synchronised, 7^th in the Mixed 3m Sychronised and 7^th in the 10m team event. James Connor wasn't able to progress through the preliminary rounds, placing 20th in the 3m Individual.

AnnaRose will now turn her focus to Tasmania to compete in the 2018 Aus Elite Junior Champs in Hobart from 15-17 June.

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