Darren Miles to represent Great Britain at World Skate Games

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Last updated Oct 9, 2026

Darren Miles to represent Great Britain at World Skate Games
Summary

Darren Miles, a 60-year-old from Plymouth, will compete for Great Britain in slalom at the World Skate Games in Paraguay later this month. This marks the first time Miles will represent his country nearly 50 years after taking up skateboarding. He plans to participate in three disciplines and aims to complete the event successfully. Miles, who started skateboarding at age 10, shifted his focus to slalom after realizing he was losing tricks. He anticipates facing competitors of various ages at the championships and expresses excitement about supporting fellow team members.

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  • •Darren Miles competes in slalom at the World Skate Games.
  • •Event takes place later this month in Paraguay.
  • •Miles began skateboarding in 1977 in Norfolk.
  • •He aims to finish without disqualification.
  • •Miles enjoys the social aspect of skateboarding events.
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  • 5:22 AMYahoo Sports — No slowing down: Skater off to world games aged 60
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Darren Miles, who has skateboarded all his life, says the sport "matches his personality".

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