World Rowing Coastal Championships Makes Debut in China

AsiaNet 201905 QINGDAO, China, Oct. 15, 2026 /Xinhua-AsiaNet/-- The 2026 World Rowing Coastal Championships, a flagship event of the World Rowing Federation, officially kicked off on Oct. 10 at Golden Beach in Qingdao West Coast New Area. This marks the first time the championships has been held in China. Originating from traditional rowing, coastal rowing is contested in open waters such as seas and lakes. Compared with traditional rowing, it places greater demands on athletes' ability to navigate complex water conditions, blending speed, strength, technique, and tactical skill in a hig…READ FULL ARTICLE