Toby Lister, the cox of the Australian men’s heavyweight eight, said he was struggling to make himself heard above the noise of the fans. “For me, it is just making sure I am really clear [with calls] and really precise on what I want [from the crew]. It can be difficult,” he said.
“From what I have been told, the Sydney Olympics was just as bad,” said Alan Campbell, a single sculler.
“I think it has been hugely lifting for everyone who goes out there to row. The crowd have been cheering for crews even if there isn’t a British rower in the event.
“I don’t think they need to look for excuses out there — they’re all professional guys and it’s a big event.”
Sam Townsend, a Team GB double sculler, said most crews knew their plans from the start. “It should be second nature,” he said. “That noise — I can’t see how it could do anything other than carry every boat to the finish.”
Rich Chambers, from Team GB’s lightweight four, added: “The Aussies can whinge all they want but it’s the same for everyone. I’d say cheer louder please.”
But not all Australians were complaining. Hannah Vermeersh, of the women’s eight, said: “We love the noise. It’s quite motivating.”
A member of her family added: “Aren’t you supposed to cheer for your team?”
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