William Chetcuti is a Maltese sport shooter who specializes in the double trap.
Education
At the 2004 Olympic Games he finished in joint sixth place in the double trap qualification. Following a shoot-off he finished ninth, missing out on a place among the top six, who progressed to the final round. He then finished sixth at the 2008 World Championships.
Career
He was the flag bearer at the opening ceremony. At the 2008 Olympic Games he again finished in joint sixth place in the double trap qualification. Following a shoot-off he finished eighth.
William claimed gold at the Double Trap Men Final in 2011, finishing on the highest step of the podium with a total score of 185 targets.
He was also the Maltese flagbearer at these Games. This was the first gold medal in any event for Malta since Malta started participating in these games.
Mr Buontempo also congratulated athletes Adam Vella, David Farrugia and Stefan Farrugia for the excellent results obtained. These results encourage more investment by the Government in the sporting industry.