Legends Talk @ River & Rowing Museum

An uncut version of the talk at the River & Rowing Museum in Henley-on-Thames, organised by Alex Partridge and hosted by Martin Cross on 20/03/2025.

'Stories from the Boat' - a first insight from some of the greatest races and fastest boats across the years.

An Unmissable Evening of Rowing Rivalry, Evolution, and Inspiration.

- What has changed in rowing across the decades?

- How do past and present champions compare?

- And who would come out on top if they raced each other today?

Join us for an exclusive fireside chat featuring some of the greatest names in rowing, as they reflect on the sport's evolution, the demands of elite competition, and the rivalries that shaped their careers.

Hosted by Martin Cross, this unique event brings together:

- James Cracknell OBE (Olympic & World Champion, Atlantic Rower)

- Alex Partridge (Olympic Medallist, World Champion)

- Phelan Hill (Olympic Champion, Coxswain Extraordinaire)

- Richard Schmidt (Thomas Keller Medal Winner, German Olympic Champion)

- Tobias Kühne (German Olympian)

- Duncan Free (Australian Olympic Champion, World Champion)

- Drew Ginn (Australian Rowing Legend, Multiple Olympic & World Champion)

Topics include:

- Rowing through the decades - how training, technology, and tactics have changed.

- Head-to-head: past vs. present - who would win if today's rowers raced against champions of the past?

- Mental and physical toughness - the sacrifices and mindset needed to succeed at the highest level.

- Stories from the boat - inside the biggest races, legendary rivalries, and the moments that defined careers.

- Lessons beyond the water - what rowing teaches about resilience, teamwork, and leadership.