The Rowsellas Women’s Pair of Annabelle McIntyre and Jess Morrison will race for gold after another standout performance in their pressure-packed semi-final at the Vaires-sur-Marne Nautical Stadium.
The duo, both gold medallists from the Four in Tokyo, have put together a strong regatta and will rest and recover for Final A after taking out the second semifinal in 7:14.14, with the United States close behind in 7:15.59.
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The USA took the race out hard and had a narrow lead through 1500m before the Australian boat increased its speed to take control and cross first.
A medal race is a just reward for Annabelle and Jess, who have been a consistent podium threat in this event and took silver in the 2023 World Rowing Championships. The Dutch crew that won that title, Ymkje Clevering and Veronique Meester, were the fastest through to the final after winning the opening semi in 7:10.16.
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