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June 2012

Krystal Weir / 2012 / June

Krystal on 774 ABC Radio Click on link to listen

Richard has a chat with Aussie sailing champion, Krystal Weir, before she makes her way to the London Olympics on July first. Krystal Weirs love for sailing was sparked when she started sailing at 11-years-old at the Elwood Sailing Club. Growing up and sailing in Melbourne, Krystal has dealt with every sailing enthusiast worst enemy; last minute changes to weather conditions! She tells Richard about the amount of strength and focus the sport requires. Download the audio file MP3 INTERVIEW LINK BELOW http://tomwright.typepad.com/files/stubbs-podcast-1.mp3 http://www.abc.net.au/melbourne/programs/melbourne_afternoons/  ...

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Krystal R&R back home in preparation for London

Krystal is now back in Australia after a very successful 3months overseas.  The past three months have flown by. The goal of the trip was to develop my skills and to perform a baseline qualification for Olympic selection. Overall I finished with a 5th ISAF Grade One Palma, 7th ISAF Grade One Hyeres, 1st ISAF Grade One Holland, 8th Sail for Gold Olympic Venue. I am happy with my progress over the past block and I am looking forward to the jumps I can make leading into London. I am now taking some time out to recharge the batteries before I head up to Sydney and Brisbane for a small camp before heading back to the UK for a three week training camp with my training partner...

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Krystal Weir selected for the London Olympics 2012

The AOC & the Australian Yachting Federation have selected Krystal Weir to compete at the 2012 London Olympics in the Laser Radial single handed womens class. Krystal recent winning performance in the ISAF Grade One Holland regatta helped secure her spot to London in 50 days time. Below is an Interview of Krystal comparing 2008 to 2012 Olympic preparations and what she is aiming for in London Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SgPlBscUtZc      ...

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