Naomi Baker/Getty Images The New Zealand men's rowing eight claimed gold for the first time since 1972. The men’s rowing eight, including Marlborough’s Tom Murray, claimed New Zealand’s first Olympic gold in the event since 1972. The crew secured their place in the men’s eight final – the last rowing race at this year’s Olympics – by winning the repechage race last Wednesday. SCOTT HAMMOND/STUFF Never in doubt: Fergus Murray watches his grandson win an Olympic gold medal. SCOTT HAMMOND/ Stuff.co.nz Tom Murray's family and friends in Marlborough celebrate the New Zealand men's rowing eight winning gold at the Tokyo Olympics.

Source: Stuff July 31, 2021 22:52 UTC