NUS Rowing Stuns Ivy League Giants at Ulsan World Class University Rowing Festival

In a historic display of grit and excellence, the National University of Singapore (NUS) Rowing Club has made waves on the world stage by securing medals against some of the most prestigious rowing powerhouses, including Harvard, Cambridge, and Munich University, at the Ulsan World Class University Rowing Festival.

Competing against universities long synonymous with rowing tradition and dominance, NUS proved that Singaporean athletes can match — and surpass — the very best. This achievement not only cements NUS Rowing’s place among the global elite but also signals a new era for competitive rowing in Singapore and Asia.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by NUS Rowing (@nusrowing)

"We went into the competition as the new kids on the block - the unknown underdogs. It was certainly daunting to be competing against universities with established high-calibre crews on a world stage, especially because some of our members have done less than a year of rowing. 

However, with some experienced NUS Alumni in our team and the faith we had in our training supported by Singapore head coach OLY Jake Milton Green, we remained focused on the abilities of our crew. Rowing is a sport where the focus within a crew is one of the most crucial components of speed. Across nine gruelling races, we not only managed to maintain that focus but excelled and proved to upset previously dominant teams. I couldn't be prouder of what we managed to accomplish. We aim to set the bar even higher next year!” - Vihaan Jaswal, Captain of the NUS Rowing Club

The win highlights NUS Rowing’s growth and underscores their commitment to fostering world-class student-athletes capable of competing alongside the most established rowing programs worldwide.

About NUS Rowing Club
Established in 2023, NUS Rowing is Singapore's first ever collegiate rowing club. With the vision of being Singapore's most competitive club, NUS Rowing aims to provide rowers of all backgrounds - from complete novices to professionals - the best possible training, equipment, opportunities, progression and community. Through a culture of sportsmanship, teamwork, and resilience, we strive to nurture skilled athletes but also well-rounded individuals. As pioneers of varsity rowing in Singapore, we are committed to raising the standard of the sport while building a legacy that inspires future generations.