World U23 gold medal rower Robbie Prosser had an exceptional experience in Germany, racing the national squad over 12km on the Kiel Canal.
The 24-year-old Crickhowell rower, who helped set a world U23 coxed four record, was called up to race in a GB development men's eight alongside fellow Welsh rowers Kai Schottmann and Toby Lassen.
The two German national squad boats finished first and second in 36.41 and 37.00 minutes respectively, with GB third in 37.41 minutes.
Author's summary: Robbie Prosser rows for GB in Kiel Canal race.