burling-tuke.jpg Peter Burling and Blair Tuke have a made a perfect start to their Olympic campaign, winning their first two races. Kiwi sailors Peter Burling and Blair Tuke have made an brilliant start to their Olympic regatta, taking two race wins on the opening day of racing in the men's 49er. The strong opening day sees Burling and Tuke hold a handy six-point lead at the top of the standings, with Portugal second on eight points, and the German crew in third. Had their original sixth place finish stood, they would be joint leaders with the Brits now with virtually identical results. They have a lot of work to do over the second half of the regatta if they are to make the medal race.

Source: Otago Daily Times August 12, 2016 21:11 UTC