In Rowing, Men’s Four Wins First Olympic Gold Medal Since 1960
The last time a U.S. crew in the coxless men’s four stood atop the podium, Dwight D. Eisenhower was president.
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Athlete Bio#
Height
6'6"
Age
27
Hometown
Seattle, WA
Education
University of Washington '19
Personal
- Discovered rowing in 2014 after reading "The Boys In The Boat," and wondered if he could be a good rower someday
- Wants to become a rowing coach or join the Army OCF/Rangers after his career is finished
- Coached the junior team at Pocock Rowing Center for two years
- Hobbies include boxing, jiu-jitsu, rock climbing and mountaineering
Olympic Experience
- 1-time Olympian; 1-time Olympic medalist (1 bronze)
- Olympic Games Paris 2024, bronze (Eight - Men)
World Championships Experience
- Most recent: 2023 – 5th (Men's Pair)
- Years of participation: Men's Pair – 2023
- Top finish: 5th – 2023 (Men's Pair)
Career Highlights
- 2024 World Rowing Final Olympic & Paralympic Qualification Regatta, 1st (Men's Eight)
- 2023 Henley Royal Regatta, 1st (Ladies Challenge Plate)
Evan Olson Photos#
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