How a trip to the Cook Islands changed Wes Roberts mind on retirement
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Just when Wesley Tikiariki Roberts was close to ending his swimming career, a trip back home to the Cook Islands for a break gave him renewed love for the sport. Hoping to make his third Olympics in a row, we talk to Roberts about the power of home, what it's like to carry the flag for your country and the story of his nickname - The Enuamanu Princess. Bobby is also joined by Patricia Keamo to talk cricket and PNG's NRL bid and Finau Vulivuli to chat about the OFC Mens Champions League and commentary opportunities at this week's Super game in Fiji.
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