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THE “EMOTIONAL” FAMILY MOMENT THAT CAPPED CORY HILL’S FIFTH DOCTOR WIN

A lot has changed for Cory Hill since claiming his first Doctor victory, and today, that helped drive him towards a fifth career crown.

Cory Hill has always been a humble champion, but this week the four-time winner of the Doctor has underlined that quality off the water.

The victory sees Cory Hill become the most successful paddler in the history of the iconic international race.

The idea had never crossed Hank McGregor’s mind, but a conversation with his wife Pippa made him realise it was something he had to do.

The two-time World Champion was again forced to overcome some intimidating obstacles to claim another 20 Beaches crown.

The former Junior World Champion believes he’s now equipped to fight at the front-end of races and challenge for titles.

The Englishman covered more than 3,200 kilometres in just 40 days, but says the reason for his greatest satisfaction is far more simple.

The nation’s paddling body is becoming more involved involved in the discipline ahead of hosting the 2023 Ocean Racing World Championships in Perth.

The man known as ‘Chill’ was forced to overcome some challenging situations to claim his third Shaw and Partners Molokai Challenge crown.

The pair produced strong performances ahead of racing the Molokai Challenge for the first time.