MarkMT 68 Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 I realize they've recruited people specifically for their athletic ability, but this raised my eyebrow a little in the Herald's latest article on ETNZ... http://bit.ly/2q4PcWH Sullivan, who up until last weekend had never been in a yacht race before, found the experience particularly valuable. On the team website his role is listed as "Cyclist". Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hb1849 12 Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 Yes you would have thought they'd have at least some basic racing training/experience -- so at least they know what's going on! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ScottiE 174 Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 for the cyclists on the boat there's a difference between "never being in a yacht race before" and "never being in a boat before". Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mattm 98 Posted May 6, 2017 Share Posted May 6, 2017 He is an Olympic gold medalist in rowing, so has been in boats before, quite tippy boats even, but I think no sailing. Being a Picton lad I'd imagine he likely went fishing at least occasionally..... Recruited for his fitness post rowing, similar to Rob Waddell. I guess it shows what a huge role fitness and strength play in racing at that level in those boats. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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