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An Omaha woman rowing solo across the Atlantic Ocean has captured the hearts of millions, including Sharon Stone, Pierce Brosnan, and Will Smith. Taryn Smith is making history as the first American woman to compete solo in the World's Toughest Row.
Kelsey Pfendler became the youngest and fastest person to row solo from California to Hawaii, crushing even the men's record by nine days. Her advice after 2,400 miles alone at sea? Find your "big, hard, scary thing."
Grand Canyon rafting guide Kelsey Pfendler just became the first American woman to row solo across the Pacific Ocean, smashing both the women's and men's speed records. She completed the 2,400-mile journey from California to Hawaii in just under 44 days.
A 25-year-old from landlocked Nebraska taught herself to row, then became the first woman to complete the World's Toughest Row alone, crossing 3,000 miles of Atlantic Ocean in 46 days. Taryn Smith's journey from Omaha to ocean champion shows what's possible when you chase your biggest dreams.
A businessman with no ocean experience rowed alone from California to Mexico for 38 days, raising over half a million dollars for mental health awareness. His journey started as a personal challenge but became a powerful reminder about staying connected to what truly matters.
Kelsey Pfendler just became the fastest person ever to row solo from California to Hawaii, beating both the women's and men's records. The 2,400-mile ocean journey raised over $180,000 for river guides' mental health support.
Taryn Smith had never been in a rowboat before signing up to row solo across the Atlantic Ocean. After 46 days at sea, the Nebraska woman became the first American woman to complete the World's Toughest Row alone.
Princeton's women's rowing team just secured their ninth consecutive Ivy League championship, proving that excellence and consistency can go hand in hand. The Tigers pulled ahead after a slow start to claim their 23rd all-time title and punch their ticket to nationals.
Mexico shattered records at the 2026 World Rowing Championships in Amsterdam, claiming two gold medals and a bronze after never winning a single gold in the event's history. Three athletes turned years of near-misses into their country's greatest rowing triumph.
Jacob Haley and Millie Brooks learned beach sprint rowing at a training camp in April, then won the national championship 14 days later. Their surprising success shows how this fast-paced beach sport is drawing young athletes away from traditional rowing.
A 65-year-old British war veteran is smashing world records in indoor rowing just months after being diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. Lester Murphy wants to prove that age and illness don't have to limit what's possible.
A team of Philadelphia breast cancer survivors is heading to England to compete in the first-ever cancer survivor rowing event at a prestigious international regatta. Their journey from treatment to athletic achievement shows how community and sport can transform recovery.
The University of Texas captured its fourth NCAA Division I rowing championship in program history, edging out Stanford at Lake Lanier Olympic Park. The victory marks another milestone for the Longhorns, who have dominated the sport in recent years.
A competitive rowing team made entirely of breast cancer survivors is training hard for an international regatta in England this July. The women of Whitemarsh Boat Club are proving that life after cancer can be powerful, athletic, and full of new adventures.
Susan Gehrke didn't just break one world record—she demolished two, including one that stood untouched for 12 years. The 75-year-old head coach at Seattle's Row West just proved age is truly just a number.
The University of Texas rowing team claimed their fourth NCAA Championship in six years with a dominating performance that included an unofficial world record. The Longhorns matched their program record with 130 points and captured gold in two individual events.
Grace Church just became the youngest person ever to row the entire coastline of Great Britain, finishing a grueling 2,000-mile journey in 38 days. Her crew also set a world record for the fastest mixed team of six to complete the challenge.
Great Britain's rowing team dominated the World Cup finals in Lucerne, claiming six gold medals and securing second place in the overall series. Olympic champions and newcomers united to deliver stunning performances across multiple events.
A small New Zealand rowing club has produced five Olympic gold medallists in its 150-year history. This weekend, champions past and present are gathering to celebrate the milestone and raise money for the next generation.
A small-town rowing club founded in 1888 just earned national recognition as New Zealand's best-governed and top-performing club. Their secret? Strong teamwork off the water matched their medal hauls on it.
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