We did it. Honestly, the team titles mean so much more to me than my individual gold. I guess people might say that our standards have dropped, but even as the standard drops, WHY DON'T THE REST CAPITALISE?! It goes to show that we've got it. The guys especially. Two boats disqualified, one forfeited for medical reasons, and one knocked out in the semis - we practically gave the rest of the field four huge gifts they must be feeling like it was Christmas come early. But somehow, despite all the bad luck, they managed to win, albeit by the narrowest of margins. I'd rather it be a struggle - for struggles make us better people - than to have a walkover like last year. I'd prefer them to put up a fight rather than to win the titles even before the last 5 races were won. As I said during the debrief, the guys were put to the test, and they proudly rose to the occasion.

As for us? We're not outstanding, really. The girls only have two gold medals. Eventually what made us triumph was the fact that every single boat qualified for the finals. What's the point of having one or two good rowers who you're so dependent on, and leave the rest to the dumps? Banking on a few boats alone won't get you the TEAM title. It was through the concerted effort of everyone that we managed to do it again. Year in, year out. Same goes for the guys - only two golds, but yet, they overcame it all.

The B Div girls too - wow. This is only the 2nd year, and they've got the title already. With 7 out of 10 rowers joining us for at the most 7 months, they've done it, and boldly too. Words cannot express how much I feel for this team. The juniors too, deserve credit. Getting our boats and paddles ready for us, telling us when to warm up/report.. they seriously put our mind at ease.

And to you, that little poke before the race, and that smile after that meant the world to me :) Debbie, Shumin.. you girls are amazing. Thank you for giving us a fantastic and memorable race. To Xinrong and Tzuyu too.. we raced that final one for you, cos we think you're worthy opponents, regardless of whatever boat you use. Everyone.. thank you for this experience. I wouldn't trade these 1.5 years for all the moolah in the world.