Zoe Thomson

Full Name:
Zoe Thomson

Began Sailing:
Age 8

Hometown:
Perth, WA

Home Club: Royal Freshwater Bay Yacht Club

Institute / Academy:
Western Australian Institute of Sport

Australian Sailing Team:
Since 2023

Instagram Handle:
@zoeethomson

Class and Position
Women's Dinghy (ILCA 6)

Why do you like sailing your class of boat
Because it’s a one design class, the racing is so tight and can come down to small shift play and who can get through the waves the most consistently over the course of a race.

What should people watch out for at your event
The small battles within the fleet.

When I am not sailing I am...
Eating good food with friends.

What does it mean to represent Australia at the Games
A lot! it’s the pinnacle of amateur sport, learning how to get the most out of yourself under pressure. Surrounded by many other Australians doing the same within their sport.

What are you most excited about for the Games
Being a part of the broader Australian Team and taking on the opportunity.

Favourite place to sail in the world
Denia

Favourite place to sail in Australia
Fremantle

Favourite conditions to sail in and why
Light to moderate with waves.

What's the most interesting part about the Olympic venue
The natural amphitheater like coast line within the bay and the way it can produce its own local wind conditions.