Microgaming the world’s largest provider of online gaming software, announces that it will be sponsoring the Island’s first Superstars competition on Sunday 16 October from 11:00 at the NSC. Based on the popular 1970s televised sports competition Superstars, the Commonwealth Games Association will be bringing together over 20 of the Island’s top athletes to go head-to-head to compete in up to seven events including: 100m sprint, 800m distance race, football dribbling/control skills, 100m swim, cycling time trial, gym tests, strength and agility challenge and badminton/ racket skills. To intensify the competition athletes opt out of their strongest sport from one of the following four: swimming, cycling, football or badminton. The individual with the most points at the end of the competition will be crowned the Isle of Man Superstar at a prize presentation taking place at the NSC. John Knight, Vice President CGA Isle of Man comments: “Many of us will be able to recall the original TV series Superstars, as we watched in awe as sporting legends fought to become the ultimate Superstar. Thanks to the help of companies like Microgaming the Commonwealth Games Association has recreated this on our own doorstep and spectators will be able to watch the Isle of Man’s very own sporting legends compete. Competitors are required to raise a minimum amount of ?250 sponsorship, with all funds going towards the Commonwealth Games Association (Isle of Man).” Roger Raatgever, CEO, Microgaming comments: “We are very passionate about sport at Microgaming and delighted to be part of an event which tests athletes in a range of disciplines to find the ultimate sports Superstar. This is the first event of its kind on the Island and we can’t wait to be a part of it!” The event will take place at the NSC on Sunday 16 October 11:00 – 17:00 and spectators are encouraged to come and watch the athletes battle it out and show their support for the Commonwealth Games Association. Please note that the event will take place irrespective of weather conditions. -ENDS-