Burling and Tuke's performances in Rio have been a microcosm of their unprecedented run over the past four years. "It hasn't quite set in yet, but we're just super happy to come to Rio and put the performance down we know we're capable of," said Burling. Ranked in third position heading into the doubles points medal race, Meech needed to finish inside the top five to guarantee himself a medal. With plenty of jockeying for position in the fleet, Meech showedimpressive composure to ensure he maintained his podium spot. Gemma Jones and Jason Saunders then gave themselves every chance of claiming a podium spot yesterday in the Nacra 17 medal race.

Source: Otago Daily Times August 17, 2016 07:07 UTC