The Canadian women’s eight rowing team has advanced to the repechage round at the Tokyo Olympics after finishing fourth in their heat. The team, consisting of rowers Lisa Roman, Kasia Gruchalla-Wesierski, Susanne Grainger, Christine Roper, Andrea Proske, Madison Mailey, Sydney Payne, Avalon Wasteneys, and coxswain Kristen Kit, put on a strong performance despite facing tough competition.
The repechage round gives the Canadian team another chance to qualify for the final race. In this round, the teams that did not automatically qualify for the final have one last opportunity to secure a spot. The top teams from the repechage will move on to the final race, where they will compete for a medal.
The Canadian women’s eight rowing team has a history of success at the Olympics. They won silver at the 2012 London Olympics and bronze at the 2016 Rio Olympics. With their strong performance in the repechage round, they are poised to once again contend for a medal in Tokyo.
The team’s coach, Dave Thompson, expressed confidence in the team’s abilities and their chances of success in the upcoming races. He praised the rowers for their determination and teamwork, noting that they have been working hard to prepare for this moment.
The Canadian women’s eight rowing team will now focus on their upcoming races in the repechage round, with their sights set on qualifying for the final and competing for a medal. Fans across Canada are eagerly anticipating their next race and cheering on the team as they continue their Olympic journey.
