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Sailing duo out to repeat Mills glory

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Published date21 March 2024
Publication titleEvening Chronicle
Heathcote, who will be the youngest sailor in the British team at the age of 22, said: "It gives me goosebumps knowing that I'm going to be a part of the biggest sporting spectacle on earth

OLYMPICS Vita Heathcote and Chris Grube will be intent on extending a proud tradition after being confirmed as the latest additions to the British sailing team for this summer's Paris Olympics.

"The Olympics has always been the goal and the thing I project my inspiration and motivation towards, so selection is a box ticked on the way there."

The duo will compete in the 470 class, which is making its debut as a mixed event having recently been the domain of three-time Olympic medallist Hannah Mills.

Grube, 39, will make his third appearance at the Games having previously competed in both 2016 and 2020 alongside Luke Patience.

Mills teamed up with Saskia Clark to win silver and gold in the women's category in 2012 and 2016 respectively before joining Eilidh McIntyre to retain her Olympic crown in 2020.

The British sailing team for Paris is now up to 13 members.

OLYMPICS Vita Heathcote and Chris Grube will be intent on extending a proud tradition after being confirmed as the latest additions to the...

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