New Zealand Olympian Sam Tanner has swapped the race track for the water, taking part in the Manu world champs qualifier at Tauranga Moana
	New Zealand Olympian Sam Tanner has swapped the race track for the water, taking part in the Manu world champs qualifier at Tauranga Moana
    
	
    
	
	7 December 2024 
		
		
        
	
Tanner competed in the adult event, and while he didn't place, he showed off his skills.
Wilder Whakatau won the men's qualifier with Ripeka Bell coming out on top in the women's, while there were also events for under 12s and under 18s.
The next qualifier is in Hastings next Saturday.
	
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