First published by L.S. Media. August 1st 2012.

It’s possible; actually more than likely, to believe that Eton Dorney will not see history made like this ever again.

Great Britain has a built a reputation over the life time of the Olympics for their prowess in the rowing. For years the men’s teams, double skulls, fours and eights have run the gauntlet of winning gold after gold. The women’s team has never produced a gold medal, now in Heather Stanning and Heather Glover, the bubble of international women’s rowing has finally been burst and the two women also have the honour, the greatest accolade of being the first British participants to get the top prize in this year’s Olympic Games.