Barry Kutner, W2UP, IARU Region 2 High Speed Telegraphy Coordinator won the first-ever gold medal won by a non-European in the Morserunner competition. He participated as part of the US team at the Ninth High Speed Telegraphy IARU World Championship that took place in Bielefeld, Germany, last month.

On the picture, left to right, Kody Low K3ODY, Kennan Low KE3X and Barry Kutner W2UP. You can read more about it in this ARRL note.

The Executive Committee of IARU Region 2 congratulates Barry for the gold medal and for his enthusiasm promoting this radio sport in Region 2.

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