Waikato Motor Group proudly congratulate the lightweight men's double scull pair Storm Uru and Peter Taylor, Gold medal winners at the final World Cup regatta in Lucerne, Switzerland.

In a closely fought race, the duo put in a scintillating finishing sprint to put clear water on the field by the line. As with New Zealand's other small boats, Taylor and Uru seem to have a growing confidence with which to take control of a race.

“To be part of a successful crew is a great feeling to know that all the hard work is paying off, and to be achieving what has been the dream is something I cannot describe. However to be part of a successful team is something quite different altogether. . .  we all ride this rollercoaster together and when things all just click it is a great atmosphere and environment to be part of.” Storm Uru

This fantastic result proves the team remains on track for a great build up to the World Championships in Poland next month.  In Peter’s words: “Today was a very good day.  May it continue.”

WMG have been partners in Hyundai’s Pinnacle Programme and provided Storm with a Santa Fe and now Peter with a Tucson that they can fulfill their training obligations as elite NZ rowers and meet with specialised mentors to advance the cornerstones of the Pinnacle program.