New Zealand rower Robbie Manson has followed in the footsteps of Tom Daley to become the second out gay man to qualify for the 2016 Olympics.
https://twitter.com/rob_rower/status/702901201118105600
While both Daley and Manson competed in the 2012 Olympics, neither had come out at that point.
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“It's official!!! Chris and I have been selected to represent New Zealand in the Double at the Rio Olympics in August 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷 After an extensive week of trials and a gruelling summer of racing we've managed to hold onto our seats in the boat we won a bronze medal in at last years World Champs. So excited for our second international season of racing together! The Hard Work continues.”
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Outsports has noted that like gay skier Gus Kenworthy's rainbow goggles, Manson has taken to wearing a rainbow headband while competing.
Watch Manson talk about coming out below.
(Image via Instagram)
