GB women's double sculls gold
Katherine Grainger, who has won three consecutive Olympic silver medals, has finally won gold in the women's double sculls, along with partner Anna Watkins.
Katherine Grainger set to bid for elusive Olympic gold
After a trio of silvers at the last three Games, Katherine Grainger is set to begin her final quest for an Olympic gold medal.
The 36-year-old Scot, already Britain's most successful rower, partners Anna Watkins in the final of the women's double sculls at Eton Dorney as she bids to could crown a wonderful career on home waters.
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