"VAN" (Sports Desk - 20.05.2025) :: World Rowing has officially launched a new call for Expressions of Interest from cities, regions, and National Rowing Federations to host its flagship events for 2027 and 2028, marking a shift from traditional competitive bidding to a strategic, partnership-driven model.
At the core of this new direction is World Rowing’s Strategic Event Attribution Process (SEAP) - a long-term, collaborative framework designed to align major Rowing events with host destinations that share a commitment to innovation, sustainability, and sporting legacy. The goal: to maximise both economic impact and long-term development of the sport across Classic, Coastal, and Indoor Rowing disciplines.
Events now open for expressions of interest include :
World Rowing Coastal Championships & Beach Sprint Finals (2027 & 2028) :
2027 will include qualification to the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games, and the Beach Sprint Finals in the Olympic year of 2028 will feature all Olympic events.
World Rowing Cups I, II, & III (2027 & 2028) :
World Rowing will be introducing an attractive sporting incentive scheme, encouraging Member Federation Teams and Star Athletes to participate in each leg of the World Rowing Cup from 2027 onwards.
World Rowing Indoor Championships, presented by Concept2 (2027 or 2028) :
A unique opportunity to consider in the context of Indoor Rowing expected to be ‘Olympic’ through inclusion in the 2027 Olympic Esports Games.
World Rowing Under 23 & Under 19 Championships (2027 & 2028)
Combined World Rowing Senior, Under 23 & Under 19 Championships (2028 only)
European Rowing Championships (2027)
"By co-creating our event calendar with prospective hosts, we can match world-class regattas with venues that reflect our values and ambition," said Matt Draper, Strategic Projects Manager at World Rowing. "We’re excited to work with both new and returning partners as we continue to elevate Rowing worldwide."
With its rich Olympic heritage and legacy of precision, endurance and teamwork, Classic Rowing continues to be the beating heart of the sport. From legendary venues steeped in rowing tradition to emerging global cities, hosting Classic Rowing events presents a unique opportunity to connect past and future generations of rowers, while contributing to the Olympic movement and national talent development.
Connecting Olympic dreams with the thrill of mastering the elements and the beach culture, the Coastal / Beach Sprint Rowing discipline is incredibly exciting. The debut of Beach Sprints in the LA28 Olympic Games has presented World Rowing and prospective event hosts with an extraordinary opportunity. All elements are now assembled to make an attractive, impactful product for coastal cities, regions and iconic beaches around the world, ‘on the road to LA28’.
Fully embracing the modern trends of healthy living and connected fitness, Indoor/Connected Rowing is enjoying worldwide, exponential growth. No longer just a training tool for Classic Rowing enthusiasts, the humble yet iconic ‘ergometer’ has become the "go-to" machine for a global movement of activity, wellness and sport gamification. As we continue to develop this innovative and fast-growing discipline of the Rowing family, World Rowing invites cities to participate in the future of connected sport.
World Rowing encourages prospective hosts to become part of a global movement that celebrates athletic excellence, innovation, and community impact. Hosting a World Rowing event means more than staging a regatta - it’s an opportunity to activate waterfronts, inspire youth, showcase environmental leadership, and strengthen local and national sports economies.
From world-renowned Olympic venues to emerging cities looking to leave a mark on the international sporting map, World Rowing offers tailored partnerships that deliver long-term value, visibility, and legacy. By joining forces with World Rowing, host cities are not only investing in elite competition - they are helping to define the next era of the sport.
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