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Olympic hero smashes cross-Channel record
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Olympic medallist Ian Wynne smashed the world record for crossing the channel in a kayak.

The 29-year-old arrived in Calais in two hours 59 minutes and six seconds, more than 22 minutes faster than the previous record.

Wynne said: “It was very different from short distance sprint racing that I have been used to, but I enjoy the challenge.”

The Sevenoaks-born athlete battled against a strong cross wind and had to navigate through one of the busiest shipping lanes in the world.

Wynne won a bronze medal in 2004 at the Athens Olympics in the 500m K1 kayak event.

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POSTED: 16/10/2007 15:34:59

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Added: Wednesday 02/01/2008 17:40:58 UK
It was good to read your article about Ian Wynne paddling the english channel.
I am looking at taking up the challenge of crossing the channel in a K2 racing kayak. Do you have Ian Wynne's contact details or other information concerning his achievement?

Thank You
Linda

Linda, maidenhead, berkshire
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