A world-renowned Scottish kayaker has died in Norway in a tragic accident aged simply 20.
Robert Eggleston, from Perth, handed away in hospital on August 3. He had been kayaking on a river in Norway the place he had spent the summer time.
Tributes have poured in from the world over for the highest white water paddler who has been described as an "unbelievable athlete". The younger lad was additionally recognized for his "constructive angle and infectious smile".
Robert represented Waka Kayaks and. was named U21 Male Paddler of the 12 months 2021 in December and was thought to have a brilliant future within the sport.
He grew up subsequent to the River Tay and regardless of being younger in years had among the most formidable worldwide white water locations.
In 2021, he took on the Rondu Gorge of the Indus, the Zambezi in Africa, first descents and laps of classics in Norway, excessive waters in Wales and Scotland, and thru Chile.
He additionally had a powerful social media following on Instagram, sharing his daring paddling exploits from scenic landscapes from the world over.
Waka Kayaks described him as "gifted past his years". They mentioned: "Robert Eggleston misplaced his life a couple of days in the past doing what he liked. We have now been so grateful to have Robert in our Waka workforce.
"An extremely gifted paddler, by no means missing in adventurous spirit, extremely revered and residing life to its fullest. You can be massively missed by so many. Aroha nui. Relaxation In Peace."
The Scottish Whitewater group have arrange a memorial spot for Robert on the banks of the River Tummel with a mannequin kayak. Individuals can document their lap occasions and go away a message to Robert in a ebook.
The UK's Circulation Kayaks added: "Robert shortly turned the face of Scottish whitewater and recognised globally by the Paddlesport group, he won't ever be forgotten.
"He actually was setting the bar for fashion and management, not like anybody I’d seen earlier than and I may’ve watched him paddle and progress for a lifetime."
The Scottish Canoe Affiliation mentioned: "World famend younger Scottish white water paddler, Robert Eggleston, has died in a Norwegian hospital following a horrible kayaking accident on Wednesday third August. Heartfelt condolences exit to Gary, Heather, Katie and all of the household on their tragic loss.
"Robert will likely be so sadly missed by his household, buddies and the Scottish and worldwide paddling group."
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