Baker-Finch leads Olympic teams

Ian Baker-Finch completed his time as leader of the Australian team in Rio in 2016.
Legendary Ian Baker-Finch will again lead the Australian Olympic golf team.
Baker-Finch, 59, fulfilled the role of aplomb in Rio in 2016 when golf returned to the Olympic family for the first time in 112 years.
His experience as a leader of both the men's and women's teams was crucial, as Australia came within the distance of the medals in both competitions.
Stephen Pitt, CEO of Golf Australia, was pleased that Baker-Finch had again accepted the role.
"Everyone in the Australian Gulf knows exactly how dedicated Ian is to the nation and its athletes," Pitt said.
"That someone so highly valued wants to make sure that our athletes have a first-class Olympic experience is fantastic for everyone involved.
"He will be an integral part of the team's success, not only during his time in Tokyo, but also in the preparation phase."
Baker-Finch, the Open champion in 1991 at Royal Birkdale, was honored to be approached to fulfill the role again.
"Representing your country at the Olympic Games is not only a huge honor, but I believe it is the culmination of world sport," he said.
"When I talk to our potential representatives, I know they are all incredibly excited to get the chance to be considered green and gold in Tokyo.
"Last time we had Minjee Lee, Su Oh, Marcus Fraser and Scott Hend – and I know they all had the experience of a lifetime."
"We can't wait to see who will get the chance next year, but I'm sure they will all make the country proud."
Chef de Mission of the Tokyo 2020 Australian Olympic team, Ian Chesterman, is pleased that Baker-Finch will return to lead the Tokyo 2020 golf team.
“I am absolutely delighted to have Ian in this role as team captain. His leadership was greatly appreciated in Rio 2016 and I know that the Australian Olympic team will once again benefit from someone from Ian & # 39; s caliber and dedication as part of the team ".
Baker-Finch was delighted to have several Ladies European Tour winner Stacey Peters as the substitute for his women's team and the general manager Brad James of Golf Australia on the man's side.
Based on the current Olympic rankings, Australia will qualify to send two male and two female athletes to participate in the Kasumigaseki Country Club in July and August next year.
If there are more than two Australian athletes in the top 15 of their respective Olympic rankings by the closing date of 2020 – June 22 for men and June 29 for women – that number (up to four) is eligible.
Golf Australia will nominate a team for the Australian Olympic Committee on July 2 with a definitive selection of teams announced shortly thereafter.