Hamish Bryon Bond

Hamish Bond, born on February 13, 1986, in Dunedin, New Zealand, is a highly accomplished rower and cyclist. He is best known for his outstanding achievements in rowing alongside Eric Murray, where the duo secured consecutive Olympic gold medals in London 2012 and Rio de Janeiro 2016. Bond, recognized for his dedication and resilience, transitioned to competitive cycling after 2016, showcasing his versatility in sports. With an unbeaten record in rowing and a determination that sets him apart, Hamish Bond stands as a symbol of New Zealand's sporting excellence, leaving a lasting impact on the global stage.

Here are some of his career achievements:

In Rowing-

• Won gold medals at 2007, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2013 and 2015 World Rowing Championships, held in Munich, Poznan, Karapiro, Bled, Chungjiu and Aiguebelette, respectively
• Bagged a gold medal in the Men’s coxless pairs event at the 2012 Summer Olympics, held in London
• Made a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit, in 2013
• Bagged two gold medals at the 2014 World Rowing Championships, held in Amsterdam
• Clinched a gold medal in Men’s coxless pairs, at the 2016 Summer Olympics, held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

In Road Cycling-

• Earned a bronze medal in time trial event at the 2017 Oceania Championships
• Bagged a bronze medal in time trial event at the 2018 Commonwealth Games, held in Gold Coast
• Emerged as the winner at the 2018 Oceania Championships