South African Olympic rower, Kirsten MacDonald, earned gold and silver for Team SA at The Memorial Paolo D’Aloja regatta, which concluded on Sunday, 10 April 2022 in Piediulco, Italy.
MacDonald took gold in the women’s lightweight single scull and silver in the women’s heavyweight single scull.
Speaking on her brilliant performances, MacDonald took to Instagram, saying: “Racing was unbelievably epic…
“A little chilly…A little windy,” she explained.
“All round epic to race internationally again. Thank you Rand Merchant Bank for the opportunity to race in Italy to test our speed as the RMB National Squad.”
Chief Marketing Officer at Rand Merchant Bank, Alison Badenhorst, says: “The National Squad and junior athletes have made us proud.
“There are some remarkable stories of courage and perseverance from South Africa’s rowing community. Our rowers are putting resilience into practice and remain committed, against many odds. RMB continues to support and celebrate their courage.”
The National Squad returns to South Africa to resume training in preparation for the National Selection regatta happening from 6-8 May.
Results: The Memorial Paolo D’Aloja Regatta Hosted in Piediulco, Italy
Women’s lightweight single scull: Kirsten Macdonald (1st, 10min 05.36sec)
Women’s heavyweight single scull: Kirsten Macdonald (2nd, 7:58.51)
Women’s double scull: Katherine Williams and Courtney Westley (2nd, 9:18.38)
Photo 1 Caption: South African Olympic rower, Kirsten MacDonald, earned gold and silver for Team SA at The Memorial Paolo D’Aloja regatta hosted in Piediulco, Italy, as the competition concluded on Sunday, 10 April 2022. Photo: Kirsten MacDonald (Instagram)
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