Matt Wearn

Full Name: Matt Wearn Date of Birth:  30/09/1995 Began Sailing:  Age 6 Hometown:  Perth Home Club:  Royal Perth Yacht Club, Fremantle SC Institute / Academy:  WAIS, AIS Australian Sailing Team:  Since 2014 Education:  Woodvale Secondary College Instagram Handle: @mattwearn1995 Class and Position Men's Dinghy (ILCA 7) Recent stories Peak of his powers: Wearn’s fight through setbacks has the sailor primed for Paris Why do you like sailing your class of boat The tactical skills required and physicality.

What should people watch out for at your event
Tight racing with the occasional crash.

When I am not sailing I am...
Drinking coffee!

What does it mean to represent Australia at the Games
Its and honour to represent Australia. We have a prestigious history at the Games and it is amazing to be a part of that.

What are you most excited about for the Games
The opportunity to showcase my skills at the pinnicale of my class.

Favourite place to sail in the world 
Lake Garda

Favourite place to sail in Australia 
Mandurah, Perth

Favourite conditions to sail in and why
18-20knots and waves. Love the physical test and the skill required to dail fast downwind,

What's the most interesting part about the Olympic venue
The proximity of the course to the spectators.

What result are you most proud of
Gold, Tokyo 2020.