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Head of the Charles Concludes 60th Edition as Youth Singles Record Falls

Organizers say the event delivered a $120 million boost to Boston.

Overview

  • The three-day regatta wrapped up Sunday, drawing thousands to what organizers call the world's largest rowing event.
  • Roughly 12,000 athletes competed across the weekend, with participants represented from 42 U.S. states and 25 countries.
  • The final day featured youth and collegiate racing in boats ranging from singles to eights.
  • Simeon John of Community Rowing Inc., an 18-year-old from Jamaica Plain, set a Men's Youth Singles course record at 17:41.305, breaking his own mark from last year.
  • The course is a 4,800-meter head race with a rolling start, beginning at Boston University's DeWolve Boathouse and finishing near Christian A. Herter Park.