On Tuesday March 26, 2013 – 2pm, at Walton-on-Thames, Surrey
David Hosking, the father of Sophie who won gold in the ladies lightweight double sculls at London 2012, is competing this summer in GB Row 2013 to attempt to beat the 26-day record for rowing non-stop around the British mainland.
On Tuesday March 26, Sophie and David will hold a photo call and video session for the media at Walton-on-Thames rowing club, Sunbury Lane, Walton-on-Thames, Surrey KT12 2JA.
Retired naval officer David will have his 24-foot long boat Hallin Marine 2 on the water for the media call.
For more details or to book interviews with Sophie and David Hosking: Contact: Mike Ridley at GB Row Challenge T 01474 85 45 45 (m) 07836 376 943 Email: news@gbrowchallenge.co.uk
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