About James:

What course are you studying and what level?

MEng Materials Science and Engineering

Why did you chose that course?

As a fan of Formula 1 I was exposed to the importance of materials in the progression of engineering in all fields

When, where and why did you start rowing? And what do you love about the sport?

2019 when it was introduced as a school sport. I love that with rowing you can take it as seriously (or not) as you like and you can also get out what you put in

What was your first rowing club and coach?

Liz Jepson at Agecroft Rowing Club

What or who was the earliest sporting inspiration you remember as a child?

Seeing Fernando Alonso racing in the iconic red Ferrari in F1

How has rowing and being part of the Boat Race squad impacted your life?

Other than all the obvious answers, my time management has significantly improved

If you weren’t a rower, what sport do you think you’d excel at?

If I could gain about 10kg I’d love to have a crack at rugby league

What is your favourite non-academic book?

Racing Green by Kit Chapman

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