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Clayshooting champion honoured

Clayshooting champion honoured

George Digweed was awarded his MBE on 18 February


By Selena Masson

Friday, 27 February 2009

Clay target shooter George Digweed was awarded his MBE for services to sport and charity by the Queen at Buckingham Palace on 18 February.

George’s shooting career has seen him win four world records and 15 world titles. He told Shooting Times: “It was a fantastic day and great to receive such recognition for my sport. It was a wonderful thing to share with my family.”

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