Oxford Blue Boat 1999 Colin Von Ettingshausen Nationality German Home Town Düsseldorf, Germany Age on Boat Race Day 27 Date of Birth 11/08/71 Height 6'4" (1.94m) Weight 15st 2lbs (96kg) College Keble College Course Diploma in Social Studies School Gymnasium Gerresheim, Düsseldorf Previous University University for Applied Sciences, Dortmund Rowing Record 1996: Atlanta Olympic Games, coxless pair 1995: World Championships 1994: World Championships, VIII (4th) 1993: World Championships, VIII (gold) 1993: Henley - Grand Challenge Cup (winner) 1992: Barcelona Olympic Games, coxless pair (silver) 1992-1996: German National Champion in pair and VIII 1991: World Championships, coxless pair (6th) Rowing History Started rowing at the age of 15 encouraged by his school teachers. Interests Enjoys cycling, football, travelling and learning new languages. He is fluent in English and is also learning French. © Copyright Regatta Magazine, 1999.