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Henley Royal Regatta is undoubtedly the best
known regatta in the world and it holds a
unique place in the respect and affection of
all oarsmen. Founded in 1839, it is famous
both as a great sporting occasion and a
social event; and people come from all over
the world to attend, either as competitors
or as spectators. Winning an event at Henley
has always been considered one of the
greatest achievements of a rower's career,
even amongst those who have become world
champions; and a rowing life is not complete
if it does not include competing at Henley.
Unlike all other major international
regattas, racing at Henley is on a knock-out
basis, with crews rowing two abreast over a
course which is one mile 550 yards (2,112
metres) long. Naturally, the tactics in such
races are different from racing six abreast;
but oarsmen who row almost all their serious
races six abreast over 2,000 metre courses
have found that the variety of racing at
Henley adds greatly to the interest and
enjoyment of their regatta season.
The Stewards of the Regatta hope to have the
pleasure of welcoming crews from your Club
at Henley this year.
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