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
6'4"
Age
25
Hometown
West Bend, WI
Education
Yale University '23
Personal
- Parents rowed in the 1988 and 1992 Olympics and met while on the national team
- Lists his father as his personal hero because he has always been a pillar of strength and taught Nick to never give up in the face of adversity
- Wants to become a cancer researcher after his rowing career ends
- Hobbies include playing classical guitar and birdwatching
World Championships Experience
- Most recent: 2022 – 4th (Eight - Men)
- Years of participation: Eight - Men 2022
- Top finish: 4th – 2022 (Eight - Men)
Career Highlights
- World Championships Under 23, Racice, 2021 (Eight - Men)
Olympic Experience
- 1-time Olympian; 1-time Olympic medalist (1 bronze)
- Olympic Games Paris 2024, bronze (Eight - Men)
Nick Rusher Photos#
5 photos
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