- Lauren Henry, Lola Anderson, Hannah Scott and Georgie Brayshaw clinched gold
- They surged ahead of the Netherlands in a thrilling finish after trailing throughout the race
- Anderson highlighted the adaptability of her team’s strategy during the race
The victorious Team GB women in the quadruple sculls attributed their thrilling gold medal achievement to unwavering trust among teammates.
Lauren Henry, Lola Anderson, Hannah Scott, and Georgie Brayshaw were behind the Netherlands for nearly the entire 2,000 metres before they seized victory with their final stroke.
This win marked Britain’s first gold medal since the 2016 Rio Olympics, alleviating some pressure on the well-funded rowing squad.
Anderson remarked, ‘Everyone always aspires to win by a large margin, but we don’t adhere to a rigid strategy.’
‘Racing is inherently dynamic. Being behind at the start doesn’t mean it’s over. Even if you’re down at 250 metres, it’s not the end. Our bond of unyielding trust helps us push through. We’ve overcame significant deficits before; it’s not done until you cross the finish line.’
Scott, the sole member from the team that didn’t medal in Tokyo, said, ‘I’ve heard some think rowing is rather dull. We aimed to give everyone an entertaining spectacle.’
Team GB celebrated a remarkable win in the women’s quadruple sculls race on Wednesday
Hannah Scott expressed enthusiasm about showcasing rowing following its perceived reputation for being ‘boring’
‘We’ve dedicated three years to preparing for such moments and were determined not to let it slip away. Every stroke has been diligently practiced. It may have been nerve-racking for some, but our focus was unwavering.
‘Leaving Tokyo without a medal was tough, but I maintained my faith. I was resolute that upon returning, we would aim for gold. This victory highlights the immense talent emerging in our team.’
