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Isle of Wight sailor nominated for Athlete of the Month

by Paul Wells 1 Mar 2024 17:06 GMT
Arthur Farley © EURILCA / Matias Capizzano

The four nominees for the February Athletes' Athlete of the Month award have been revealed after several major competitions for British sport over the last few weeks.

In an athlete-decided award that celebrates both sporting success and personal accomplishments, the four nominees will be voted on by their peers after enjoying months to remember.

The shortlist comprises local IOW sailor Arthur Farley, Grace Reid (diving), Laura Stephens (swimming) and Marcus Wyatt (skeleton).

The winner will be announced shortly by the Association.

Full story from britisheliteathletes.org/2024/02/29/february-athletes-athlete-of-the-month-shortlist-revealed-2

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