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Zoom lens on Tokyo

While most people using Zoom have been enjoying neighbourhood drinks parties, business meetings and daily chats with isolated relatives, the reality for the British Sailing Team is somewhat different.

“We have a Zoom turbo sessions, Tuesdays and Thursdays,” says 49erFX helm Charlotte Dobson with a laugh. “Somehow seeing the screen filled with the faces of your gurning teammates makes it easier.”

Dobson and the other sailors selected for the Tokyo Olympics next year may be in lockdown like the rest of us, but they have a packed week. “We have Workout Wednesday as well as yoga and pilates every day, core sessions and some weights

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