Olympic Rowing is one of the oldest and most prestigious sports in today's Olympics. Dating back to ancient times, Rowing was included in the first Olympics in 1896 but was removed from the program when weather conditions did not allow for the competitions to commence. Longevity aside, rowing can be one of the most confusing sports to follow when it comes to terminology and event names. Enjoy this Olympic Rowing Image Gallery as you discover the differences in the events and equipment, the strength of the athletes, and the precision of the crews.
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- On Your Mark, Get Set, Go!Single Sculls (1x) Start Positions
- Working as a TeamMen's Coxless Pair
- The Big Boat RacesThe United States men's (8+) rowing crew competes at the 2000 Sydney Olympics.
- All Shapes and SizesWomen's Lightweight Double Sculls
- A Sport for All AgesRowing Quad Sculls at the Shunyi Olympic Rowing and Canoeing Center
- The Man to BeatMahe Drysdale FISA World Cup Single Sculls (1x)
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