Th National Rowing Squad South Africa made an impressive start to their international season at the 1st Rowing World Cup in Zagreb, Croatia.
The Women’s Double Scull of Katherine Williams and Paige Badenhorst secured a solid bronze medal, finishing with an overlap on the Austrian double, which had finished fourth in the world the previous year. The South African duo showed exceptional maturity and control throughout the race, proving their skills and determination on the water.
Paige Badenhorst’s success with the RMB National Squad is a promising sign for US-based athletes, who often face challenges in finding suitable options after their university careers. Her achievements in international rowing are an inspiration for young rowers who aspire to compete at the highest level. Meanwhile, Katherine Williams, a previous U23 medallist and A finalist, showed her skill and dedication in making the step up to senior rowing. She is certainly one to watch in the future.
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Credit is also due to Tiago Loureiro, the RMB National Squad’s coach, for his role in their success. His guidance and expertise have undoubtedly played a significant part in the team’s achievements, and he should be commended for his efforts.
The National Rowing Squad South Africa performance in Zagreb is a promising start to their Olympic qualification campaign, and the team is now focused on building up towards the upcoming Olympic qualifications in Serbia later this year. RMB’s Head of Brand, Lucy Lightfoot, expressed her excitement and encouragement at the high levels of performance from the RMB National Squad on the international stage.
Overall, the National Rowing Squad South Africa performance in Zagreb is a source of pride and inspiration for the South African rowing community. It is also a fantastic opportunity for South Africa to showcase its rowing talent on the world stage and inspire a new generation of rowers in the country.
