RHKYC - Rowing and Paddling

15/06/2026

Vivian Leung and Mark Welles hit the water this weekend, competing in the Mixed Double (Mix2x) at the 2nd “Round Disneyland” Race in Shanghai! 🇨🇳

Hosted by Shanghai Dianshan Lake Rowing Club, this unique 10km course pushed crews through 6 bridges and 4 tight turns around Shanghai Disneyland.

With 27 boats on the course and crews setting off in head race style every 3 minutes, conditions were perfect: cool, cloudy skies and a helpful tailwind.

Despite an equipment issue that cost them a podium spot, Vivian and Mark powered through to an impressive 5th place finish 💪

🔥 Already looking ahead and hoping to return next year with an even bigger RHKYC crew!

15/06/2026

We loved hosting a Junior Dragon Boat Family Experience Day with Marymount Primary School led by a few of our Royal X team members!

Families learned the basics, paddled together, and created unforgettable memories on the water - all while building confidence and teamwork.

Interested in organizing a similar experience for your school?
📩 Send us a message to find out more!

08/06/2026

We are proud to have had all crafts represented by the Club (OC6 adult and youth, OC2 adult and youth, OC1 and Surf Ski) at the Mox VRC Race Series TT Rumble this past Saturday!

Big thank you to VRC for organizing another great race and a huge congratulations to all the participants!

Photo credit: Keith Leung

05/06/2026

RHKYC Gentlemen’s Eight took on the 2026 Shunyi Rowing Masters, racing on the iconic Beijing Olympic course and coming away with an incredible set of results.

🏅 Gold – Men’s 4 & Men’s 8
🥉 Bronze – Men’s 4 & Open 8

A fantastic team effort blending experience and new talent, with plenty of hard racing, great camaraderie, and memories made on and off the water!

05/06/2026

01/06/2026

2026 World Rowing Cup • Seville, Spain 🚩

Lightweight Men’s Double Sculls
🥇 San Tung Lam Peter (b) & Tik Lun Chan (s)

Lightweight Men’s Single Sculls:
🥈 Chiu Hin Chun

Celebrating the strength and spirit of our athletes on the world stage. Outstanding performance by our members! Congratulations!

29/05/2026

What a week for RHKYC Rowing — Vogalonga, 24 May 2026!

Our crews set off from San Marco, winding through the lagoon and past Rialto and Punta della Dogana, soaking up the energy along the way.

36 km of sun, salty spray, and smiles, alongside thousands of boats celebrating Venetian rowing and tradition.

Huge thanks to everyone who organised, repaired, coxed, and cheered — it was true team spirit that carried us all the way to the finish. Until next year!

27/05/2026

Paddling with purpose! The Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club Charity Foundation is proud to have partnered with Love 21 Foundation for another Inclusive Dragon Boat Program. This program aims to unite individuals of all abilities through sport, teamwork, and community.

Now, we’re gearing up for an exciting milestone: an inclusive race organized by TREATS 親切 on 19 June. Good luck to all paddlers!

20/05/2026

Proud to have our team out on the water competing in the VRC Race Series: Battle in the Bay! ⛵💪

A great showcase of teamwork, skill, and determination as our paddlers took on the day.

27/02/2026

VOTE NOW for Club member Chiu Hin Chun #28 in the Cathay Hong Kong Sports Star Awards!

Born and raised in Hong Kong, Chun has represented the territory at senior level since 2013.

A double Olympian, he raced in the double scull at the 2016 Rio Olympics and the single scull at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Although a lightweight, Chun competed in the heavyweight events at the Olympics (there is no lightweight category), giving away 10–20 kg to most opponents and finishing an impressive 20th of 33.

Internationally, he has achieved podium finishes at the Rowing World Cup, the Asian Rowing Championships and the Asian Games. Locally, Chun can be seen racing in RHKYC colours each year at the Hong Kong Rowing Championships.

His performances have helped sustain Hong Kong’s tradition of producing world‑class rowers. By voting for Chun, you will help promote rowing in Hong Kong and encourage future generations of athletes.

Whilst voting, you need to vote for five people total so please also include Club sailing member Nick Halliday #29!

Link to vote in comments. Vote #28 and #29!