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Head of the Charles Regatta Concludes 60th Year of Racing
The MIT Women’s Openweight Crew ranked ninth among competitors in the Club Eights at the world’s largest rowing event, drawing over 350,000 spectators, organizers said.
- From Friday through Sunday, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Women’s Openweight Crew finished ninth in the Club Eights at the Head of the Charles Regatta along the Charles River, Boston.
- Founded in 1965 by members of the Cambridge Boat Club and Ernest Arlett, the regatta expanded to two days in 1997 and now spans three days from Friday through Sunday.
- A 4,800-meter course at the Head of the Charles features a rolling start, beginning at the Boston University DeWolve Boathouse and finishing near Christian A Herter Park.
- Organizers say visitors spent $120 million during the weekend, and Tori Stevens, Executive Director of the regatta, called it `It's a $120 million shot in the arm for the City of Boston.`
- With its size and profile, the Head of the Charles Regatta drew over 350,000 spectators this weekend and is described as the world’s largest rowing event, called the `SUPER BOWL OF RACING`.
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Herons capture Boat of the Week honors - Hobart and William Smith Colleges Athletics
For the second straight week, the William Smith rowing team earned recognition from the Liberty League office. The Herons' varsity four was tabbed the Boat of the Week following its performance at the Head of the Charles Regatta on Sunday.
Cambridge in Boston: CUBC Men Triumph Again in Unforgettable Weekend of Racing
Cambridge University Boat Club made its most significant showing in decades at Head of the Charles Regatta 2025, held from 17-19 October in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. With six crews, including four openweight eights and two lightweight fours, the Club fielded a line-up full of new talent and key returners, underscoring our depth and ambition on the international stage. It was a triumphant Sunday for the Cambridge Men, who surged to victory in t…
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