Hello to everyone at home. Thanks again for visiting our blog. I am having a great time doing the daily posts. Today is July 31, 2:45pm.
It was quite an eventful day. The GD's were at the race site around 8:30am and our 2000m heat was scheduled for 10:15am. Upon arrival at the dam, you could feel the energy....teams were arriving by the bus full and many had already set up their tents. Banners and flags everywhere.
We were all on high alert and the nerves were going as we all had to use the "facilities" right away. Did I mention the bathrooms at the race site are all "squatters"? Yep...just another cultural experience to take home with us. Even the portapotties were squatters.
I know...you are all wondering how we did.
Here are some Pictures first: Walking to Marshalling Area, Marshalling, Getting Ready to Start
We were first off the line and had the most amazing start. Spray and wash everywhere, but our timing was very precise and our supports on land said it looked strong. The air was dense and moist in the boat...not a breath of fresh air to be had, but we dug deep and the boat never lost momentum. We raced exceptionally and in my opinion, probably the best 2000m we've ever done. The course seemed a bit longer than 2000m.
Results: (approx. times)
1) Mayfair 9:48
2) Sudbury - Chiros 9:58
3) Gorging Dragons - 9:59
Canada took Gold, Silver and Bronze !!!!!!!! and apparently we also took 4th and 5th place too
So there you have it....we are over joyed and tired. Time for a nap. Tomorrow we have 200m races....what a great way to start this world event.
Bye for now.
5 comments:
Fantastic results on your 2000m race, Heidi ! For both you & the GD's, AND for Canada's teams. Simply amazing !
No doubt a real morale booster for everyone. Best wishes for continued success.
Big "HI" to GD's from St'Keya !
a HUGE Hooray for the GD's! Everyone here at the Legal Services Branch is pulling for you! Great job - can't wait to see tomorrow's results!!
WOW Amazing results.
As moustache said "real morale booster for everyone"
Everyone here in the CIOs office are cheering for you as well. GO GO for the 200.
You guys make us REALLY proud.
MJ
Congrats on your terrific and well-deserved results, GDs... Team Phoenix sends sincere wishes for more of the same.
The photos show a bit of how great your technique is: precise and inspirational!
Wish we could see video footage of the races; hope someone's taping them for us to see when you get back.
Congratulations GD's! The Balls are all wishing you guys well and are anxiously awaiting the next round of race results.
Take care of yourselves!
Amanda
Sweet & Sour Dragon Balls
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