Indian Army Athletes Make History with Gold at Rowing World Cup

Historic Victory for Indian Rowing

The Indian Army has extended its congratulations to rowing athletes Lakshay and Ujjwal Kumar Singh after they achieved a groundbreaking victory by securing India's inaugural gold medal at a Rowing World Cup event. On Saturday, the duo triumphed in the men's lightweight double sculls category at the 2026 World Rowing Cup III in Lucerne, Switzerland, finishing with an impressive time of 6:26.09, surpassing competitors from Hong Kong and the Netherlands. This remarkable achievement is a significant milestone for Indian rowing and is anticipated to motivate aspiring athletes nationwide.

Celebration of a Milestone by the Indian Army

In a message shared on X, the Indian Army expressed its pride in the athletes' accomplishment, stating, "Historic! India's First Ever. Hav Lakshay & Hav Ujjwal Kumar Singh (Army Rowing Node) won India's first-ever World Rowing Cup gold in LM2x at Lucerne -- 6:26.09. A proud moment for the Indian Army and the nation!" The post was accompanied by a celebratory image, highlighting the significance of this victory for both the Army and the country.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Commends the Athletes

Uttarakhand's Chief Minister, Pushkar Singh Dhami, also recognized the gold medalists, praising their achievement as a historic moment for Indian rowing. He emphasized their dedication and hard work, noting that this victory signifies the sport's growing prominence in India. In a post on X, he remarked, "Golden Achievement for Indian Rowing! Havildar Lakshay and Havildar Ujjwal Kumar Singh have scripted a new chapter in Indian sports history by clinching the gold medal at the World Rowing Cup with their stellar performance. This historic achievement is a symbol of the growing strength of Indian rowing, the players' tireless hard work, and their spirit. Heartfelt congratulations to both players on this proud success, and infinite best wishes for a bright future."