Took up rowing when he first went to Oxford in 2005 and has rowed in the first eight for Jesus College for the past three years. Played in the second row in the school rugby team. Respects England fly-half Johnny Wilkinson and supports Bath. Admires cycling legend Lance Armstrong for his dedication.

Born: 19/02/1987, Bradford

Home town: Lasswade, Scotland

College: Jesus

Nationality: British

Year enrolled: 2005

Course: MEng Engineering Science

Course length: 4 years

Previous Uni: n/a

School: Glenalmond College

Height: 1.95m (6’ 5”)

Weight: 91kg (201 lbs)