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Croatian Brothers Sinkovic Win Rowing Gold At Games

Sinkovic brothers posing for a picture holding gold medals after their win

The rowing races at this year’s Games have been captivating audiences with their thrilling finishes, and the latest race was no exception. Croatian rowing pair Martin Sinkovic and Valent Sinkovic delivered a nail-biting performance on Friday, narrowly edging out their British competitors to claim victory by a mere 0.45 seconds.

Throughout the final, the British boat had maintained a lead, showcasing a strong performance. However, the Sinkovic brothers unleashed a powerful surge in the closing moments of the race, propelling them to their second consecutive gold medal in this event.

Reflecting on their triumph, Valent Sinkovic, who coincidentally celebrated his 36th birthday on the same day, expressed his elation, stating, “I don’t know what happened during the race, but we did it.”

British team held lead but overtaken in final moments.
Sinkovic brothers win by 0.45 seconds over British rivals.
Valent Sinkovic celebrates 36th birthday with gold medal.

Meanwhile, Martin Sinkovic struggled to process the magnitude of their achievement, remarking, “I’m just enjoying it. I felt nothing in the first 10 minutes after the race. Now, it’s coming to me, and it’s amazing.”

The Swiss team also delivered a commendable performance, securing the bronze medal position in the fiercely competitive race.

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