Day 2 - Unexpected Developments

We arrived at the pool this morning to find that 100,000 euro of electronic gear had been stolen overnight from the stadium, including all the surface cameras and computers with the competition stuff. The end result is the organisers in a bit of a panic and the top times all put back by one hour. Nevertheless, the show goes on with whatever we can brush together.

As for the New Zealanders, both Kerian and me suffered from nerves and pressure in our no fins dives, failing to make the finals due to red cards. I was just unable to settle before my dive and despite trying to slow down a bit to calm myself, the required distance was simply too much on the day. Nevertheless, we at least have Will and both Suzy & Kathryn to cheer for in the finals. All three had very controlled dives, doin just what they needed to do without tiring themselves out.

Today sees three Kiwis doing statics, starting with me and my 2:00 nomination, then Kathryn in a very exciting women's heat. Guy is up almost last (there's a final heat with just one diver) and will be up against the big guns, including Timo, Eric RVP, Jesper and Jens. I'll be coaching Maria our Norwegian Kiwi, as well as both other actual Kiwis. We'll keep you all updated through the day with results, especially the no fins finals this evening.

Until then, Ciao!