Namunyu battles waves to put Uganda on Beach Rowing map

Ugandan rower Elijah Namunyu placed 30th overall at the 2026 World Rowing Beach Sprint Finals in Qingdao, China. His debut tested him against leading international competitors in a discipline that combines pace, technical skill and adaptation to changing water conditions. His participation marks a step forward for Uganda’s presence in coastal rowing and gives the country representation on the sport’s global stage.

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