In a move that isn’t surprising at all, Grant Hackett’s parents have nominated him to carry the Baton in the upcoming Commonwealth Games Baton Relay. Well, sure!
I am all about this.
Good for you Grant, get back out there in the community and get involved. This is the kind of thing that Channel Nine would be all-over. You’d be back on the Wide World of Sports couch in no time. I don’t think I’m alone in saying I miss seeing that dreamy head of hair and hearing your well thought out comments on Netball and Javelin every Sunday either.
Now, I know there will of course be naysayers. But Hacks, don’t let the haters get you down. Remember this is a role/honour you’ve downright earned.
For example, getting a police escort/tail is something you’ve got way more experience with than amateurs like Anna Meares (who got to go to London for this same role!) Additionally, the baton this year looks a lot like a Yard Glass and with a couple of modifications (which the organising committee would I reckon be keen to accommodate) you’d be able to fit a couple of Milton Mangoes in there for the trip. While you’re asking for modifications I think a quick drill into the side would also be a great option for storing a couple of No-Doz in case you get weary on your walk. Just a suggestion though, up to you.
So yeah, I’m Team Hacks on this one. Good luck mate, I hope the committee sees sense and locks you in quick!
While I’m thinking about brand alignments with athletes, there are couple of extra no-brainers that have just sprung to mind.
CrimSafe and Quade Cooper. That bloke knows a thing or two about safe home security.
RSPCA and Mitchell Pearce. Why the RSPCA hasn’t scrapped Lowndsey for Mitchell as the ambassador for the RSPCA Ruff Riders charity rides is genuinely nuts to me.
Probably Not a Thing 