NEW HAVEN, Conn. – Four members of the Yale heavyweight crew team are set to compete for their respective countries at the 2026 World Rowing Under 23 Championships.
The regatta will take place July 23-26 at the Wedau Regatta Course in Duisburg, Germany.
The Yale rowers and their affiliated countries are:
- Ben Mead '28 – Great Britain – Men's Four (4-)
- Christian Reese '29 – Great Britain – Men's Eight (8+)
- Scott Moorcroft '27 – South Africa – Men's Four (4-)
- Jakob Bergmann '30 – Germany – Alternate
The premier event of the year for Under 23 rowers in the classic discipline, the World Rowing Under 23 Championships (WRU23CH) typically draws nearly 1,000 competitors from around the world.
About the Course
Located in Duisburg, Germany, the Wedau Regatta Course is one of Europe's premier rowing venues. Opened in 1935, the fully buoyed 2,000-meter course has hosted numerous international competitions, including the World Rowing Championships, European Championships, and World Rowing Cup regattas. Known for its world-class facilities and rich history, Wedau continues to serve as a premier destination for elite rowing competition.
