KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Ukrainian para-rower Anna Sheremet successfully defended her European title in the PR1 women’s single sculls.
• Sheremet led the final from the opening stages to secure another continental gold medal.
• The victory came at the 2026 European Rowing Championships in Varese, Italy.
• The result provides a major boost ahead of the upcoming World Rowing Championships later this month.

Ukraine celebrated another international sporting success after Anna Sheremet defended her European title in the PR1 women’s single sculls at the 2026 European Rowing Championships in Varese, Italy. The Ukrainian athlete led the race from the start and crossed the finish line comfortably ahead of her rivals, securing another continental gold medal.

Dominant Performance

Sheremet established an early lead and maintained control throughout the race, successfully defending the European championship she won a year earlier.

According to the official results, the Ukrainian rower finished ahead of the Netherlands’ Eva Mol, confirming her status as one of Europe’s leading athletes in the PR1 women’s single sculls event.

Important Result Before the World Championships

The European Championships served as one of the final major international competitions before the 2026 World Rowing Championships, scheduled to take place later this month in the Netherlands.

Strong performances in Varese are viewed as an important indicator of form ahead of the season’s biggest event, where many of Europe’s top crews are expected to compete again.

Ukraine Continues Strong Rowing Tradition

Ukraine has consistently remained competitive in international rowing, particularly in para-rowing events.

Sheremet’s latest title adds another major international achievement for the national team and highlights the country’s continued presence among Europe’s strongest rowing nations.

Officials congratulated the athlete following the victory, describing the result as another important success for Ukrainian sport on the international stage.