18/06/2026
One of the themes of this year’s Henley Women’s Regatta is celebrating 50 years of women’s Olympic rowing 🚣♀️
Fifty years ago, women took to the Olympic rowing start line for the very first time at the Montréal 1976 Games, a landmark moment that helped transform opportunities for generations of female athletes 🙌
Throughout the weekend, we’re reflecting on the pioneers whose determination and resilience helped shape the sport we know today.
Read more about their stories in the official Henley Women’s Regatta programme!