Boston welcomed the 2023 Head of the Charles Regatta with great enthusiasm despite the heavy rain that drenched the city on Saturday.
The world’s largest three-day rowing event commenced its 58th edition on Friday, Oct. 20, and concluded on Sunday, Oct. 22, boasting hundreds of thousands of spectators flocking to the city and lining the banks in anticipation of the thrilling races. This year, more than 11,000 athletes from various divisions, including youth, alumni, and masters, competed in Boston from across the globe, vying for a sought-after spot in the top rankings of more than 55 races.
Rowers took on a three-mile course along the Charles River starting at Boston University’s Dewolfe boathouse and completing at the finish line at Herter Park. For the first time, the regatta offered a total of $35,000 cash prize to the first three finishers of the men’s and women’s championship singles races.
