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Related Rowing Olympians

Self described "Olympic Enthusiast" David Clark has compiled the following interesting information. He suggests that it is likely that rowing has produced more related Olympians than any other Olympic sport. Whilst David and your correspondent have tried to ensure accuracy, there will be errors. The assistance of readers is identifying errors and omissions would be gratefully received.

Wed 11 Oct 2023

Cate McNeil to race at Head of the Charles

You can't keep a good girl down. The McNeil family are currently enjoying a holiday in the States. However Cate McNeil has convinced her parents, and particularly father Andrew who will accompany her, to stay on after their holiday to race at the Head of the Charles, Head of the Schuylkill and some other regattas. Well done Cate.

Mon 09 Oct 2023

From the Archives - Mercy dash for President's Luncheon in 2008

This was not a rescue mission in the normal sense of the words, but a rescue mission to slate the thirst of those attending.

Tue 26 Sep 2023

Happy Birthday Mercantile

Mercantile turned 143 on 19th September so happy birthday to all of its members.

Tue 19 Sep 2023

Princes Bridge Renovation Disruptions

Disruptions over the next 12 months for Princes Bridge renovations. A link to details of the works and disruption included.

Sat 16 Sep 2023

Mercs members bring home five medals

Congratulations to all our medalist members from the World Championships:

Fri 15 Sep 2023

Day 7 and finals at the World Championships

The World Championships entered day 7 with great promise but sadly not all was delivered. The Australian results were good but below what was desired.

Sun 10 Sep 2023

Pointy end of the Championships - Day 6

Last night were the last of semi-finals and repechages and some non-Olympic finals. The conditions were a tough head breeze with very slow times. The conditions were so bad that there was a 15 second difference between one semi-final of the women's scull and the next heat!

Sat 09 Sep 2023

World Championships Update

Much has happened since the last report.

Fri 08 Sep 2023

World Championships Day 2

Day 2 started with two dominating performances from the Australian team in the PR3 Mixed double and in the women's pair with Club member Jess Morrison in bow. Both crews led from the start and stated their intentions strongly and winning by handsome margins. Both crews have excellent prospects for the weekend finals.

Tue 05 Sep 2023

World Championships start with good results

Day one of the World Championships saw club member Fergus Hamilton win his heat in the men's pair along side his partner Simon Keenan. In other good news, top medal prospect Tara Rigney won her heat in the women's single.

Mon 04 Sep 2023

Worls Championships commence tonight

The Australian team is well primed for a good World Championships with many medal prospects. The program can be found through this link. Tonight will see the single sculls, men's lightweight singles and doubles, men's pair and men's double. From Mercantile's perspective, Fergus Hamilton will be racing. From the team's perspective, the women's scull with Tara Rigney holds great promise.

Sun 03 Sep 2023