Rowers in the “J” age category proved that “being old is something wonderful”. The two oldest rowers competing, Charles Eugster and Russia’s Galina Vercheskoskaia, aged 93 and 86 respectively, demonstrated that competition is key at any age. They both won medals over the course of the four-day regatta.
Whilst there is great level of sportsmanship and participation at the World Rowing Masters Regatta, all rowers were very competitive, and the standard of rowing was excellent. In a poll on the Facebook page dedicated to masters rowing, “racing and winning” was the highlight of choice.
Tone Pahle, Chair of the FISA Masters Commission said: “The athletes from all over the world will remember the friendly volunteers, the great evening events and the fair conditions with beautiful, sunny weather. It is really wonderful here. I have never seen so many spectators in the stands at a Masters regatta. Congratulations to Duisburg.”
Each boat entered contributes to FISA's youth rowing development programme. This programme targets youth rowing development opportunities in the developing world.
Next year, the Masters Regatta will be held in Varese, Italy from 5 to 9 September.
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