Newcastle trailblazer Kurt Fearnly has begun his campaign for Olympic gold in London.
COMMENTRY: “The Australian superstar reigning silver medalist. He won this event in Athens eight years ago.”
Fearnley made his run on the final bend of the five kay and easily reeled in the leaders to finish second in his heat.
The top three go through to the final on Monday morning our time.
FEARNLEY: “I was real nervous. It was good. It was good just to see this stage. I don’t think I’ve seen much better than this.”
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