Name: Christopher Greed
DOB: 18/6/1998
National team: Senior
Hometown: Perth, Western Australia
Current place of residence: Perth
Club: Ascot Kayak Club
Nickname: Chrissy G
How did you get into paddling: My dad got me into paddling flatwater when I was 6
and introduced me to whitewater not long after
What has been your biggest accomplishment in the sport so far: My biggest
accomplishment is being able to paddle any discipline. In 2019 I competed at the wildwater, freestyle, sprint and marathon national champs and later competed at the freestyle world champs
What keeps you busy outside of paddling? I’ve just finished my BSc pharmacology degree and am working at Paddle WA, so I’m always pretty busy paddling in some way
Who has been the greatest influence on your career? My dad as I wouldn’t have
gotten into paddling without him
How would your best friend describe you? Not sure
Do you have any superstitions before a race? No
What is your favourite course to paddle on? Bells Rapids on the Avon River
Instagram: @chriss_greed
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/chris.greed48
