VIS rower (training agreement), Harrison Fox, won a gold medal in the Men’s Double Scull at the World Junior Rowing Championships held at Sea Forrest Park, Tokyo.
Rowing with Hamish Henriques (WAIS), they lead from the early part of the race in a dominant display.

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