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Rower Dara Alizadeh Says He Has Retired
Bermudian Dara Alizadeh has announced his retirement from rowing after reflecting on his “incredible experience” at the Olympic Games in Paris. The two-times Olympian finished fourth in the men’s single sculls E final at the Vaires-sur-Marne Nautical Stadium to place 28th overall. Alizadeh, 30, wrote on social media yesterday [August 20]: “It’s... Read more of this article
Dara Alizadeh Proud Of Olympic Journey
[Written by Stephen Wright] Dara Alizadeh has reflected on his rowing journey, from a 13-year-old who began competing for fun to becoming a two-times Olympian. Alizadeh closed the curtain on his Olympic campaign in Paris today [August 2], finishing fourth in the men’s single sculls E final at the Vaires-sur-Marne Nautical Stadium to place 28th overall. The... Read more of this article
Dara Alizadeh Wins E/F Semi-Final In Paris
[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda rower Dara Alizadeh experienced his first victory in an Olympic Games race after winning his E/F semi-final at the Vaires-sur-Marne Nautical Stadium today [July 29]. Alizadeh, who competes in the men’s single sculls, claimed a comfortable win, finishing his two-kilometre race in 7min 33.38sec. The 30-year-old said... Read more of this article
Bermuda Olympic Schedule: Monday July 29
Bermuda has two athletes in action tomorrow [Monday July 29] at the Olympics, with rower Dara Alizadeh competing again and swimmer Emma Harvey set to make her Olympic debut, where she will compete in the 100m backstroke. You can view our full coverage of Bermuda’s athletes at the 2024 games here. Bernews will be providing comprehensive coverage... Read more of this article
Dara Alizadeh Finishes Third In Repechage
[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda rower Dara Alizadeh said he “gave everything” in the men’s singles sculls repechage race at the Varies-sur-Marne Nautical Stadium at the Paris Games today [July 28]. Alizadeh made a blistering start, leading for the first half of the race, and was in the top two qualifying positions with 200 metres remaining... Read more of this article
Dara Alizadeh Ready For Repechage Race
[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda rower Dara Alizadeh – who is being cheered on by a 32-strong contingent of his family and friends who have traveled to Paris to support him – is hoping to build upon his performance in the heats as he prepares to race again tomorrow [July 28] at the Olympic Games in Paris. Embed from Getty Images - Alizadeh... Read more of this article
Video: Alizadeh Cheered On By Family In Paris
[Written by Stephen Wright] A swarm of Dara Alizadeh supporters, decked out in bright pink Bermuda t-shirts and “Go Dara!” caps, descended on the Vaires-sur-Marne Nautical Stadium to cheer on the Bermuda rower. More than 30 of Alizadah’s family and friends have travelled to Paris to support the 30-year-old, who took to the water today [July 27]... Read more of this article
‘Rowing Association Is Very Proud Of Dara’
[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda will be represented in Olympic rowing for a third straight Games when Dara Alizadeh competes tomorrow [July 27] – with the Bermuda Rowing Association already planning to continue that trend for the 2028 Los Angeles Games. Alizadeh is making his second Olympic appearance in the single sculls after debuting at the... Read more of this article
Video: Interview With Olympian Dara Alizadeh
Dara Alizadeh – in an interview with Bermuda women’s football captain Eva Frazzoni — said he is looking forward to an Olympic Games with “fans in the stands” after competing in an empty venue at the Tokyo Games three years ago, noting that the best part is that his family will be able to watch him compete on the biggest stage... Read more of this article
Dara Alizadeh Begins Henley Royal Regatta
Dara Alizadeh – who will be representing Bermuda in the upcoming Olympics — began competing in the Henley Royal Regatta, hosted by the Rowing Club in Henley-on-Thames, England. Alizadeh took to the water. Competing in the diamond challenge sculls Alizadeh was defeated by Daniel Gutierrez, Team España, Spain by 5 lengths. Related Stories Rower... Read more of this article
Alizadeh To Race At Henley Royal Regatta
Rower Dara Alizadeh will continue his preparations for the Olympic Games in Paris when he competes at the Henley Royal Regatta. Alizadeh, who races in the men’s single sculls, is scheduled for his first race on Thursday [July 4] at the annual event, which finishes on Sunday. The 30-year-old will become the first Bermudian rower to compete at two Olympics... Read more of this article
Dara Alizadeh Finishes Fifth In B Final
Dara Alizadeh finished fifth in the men’s single sculls B final at the World Rowing Cup III in Poznan, Poland, yesterday [June 16]. Alizadeh, who has qualified for the Olympic Games in Paris this summer, clocked a time of 7min 25.98sec. The Bermudian advanced to the B final after coming sixth in heat A of the semi-final in 8:14.74 on Saturday. Alizadeh... Read more of this article
