Siblings compete in canoe slalom as they aim for 2028 Olympics
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 11:31 AM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Kaylen and Lachlan Bassett, Australian brothers, navigate competition for a spot at the 2028 Olympics in canoe slalom. With a decade of experience and family support, only one can qualify in their category. Other sibling teams, including the Fox sisters from Australia and the Bourhis brothers representing Senegal, share similar journeys. Despite the rivalry, they emphasize mutual support and camaraderie in the sport, with aspirations for both siblings to excel in the games.
- •Kaylen and Lachlan Bassett compete for Olympic spots in canoe slalom.
- •Family involvement is significant, with parents judging and supporting competitors.
- •Other sibling duos also compete, such as the Fox sisters and Bourhis brothers.
- •Canoe slalom emphasizes personal time trials, fostering both rivalry and support.
- •Athletes express hope for shared podium successes at the Olympics.
- 11:31 AMYahoo Sports — How canoe slalom has become family affair for 2028 Olympics hopefuls
"Canoe slalom is a family affair as siblings navigate intense competition and support each other for Olympic spots.
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