The 2026 World Rowing Beach Sprint Finals started in Qingdao, China.

On October 19, the 2026 World Rowing Beach Sprint Finals officially opened in Qingdao, China. As a newly added event for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games, the competition has attracted entries from 303 athletes 52 countries and regions. Top rowers from around the world gathered at the West Coast of Qingdao to compete fiercely amid the blue sea and golden sands.

Beach sprint racing is a sport that combines speed and endurance. Athletes must complete the full sequence of a beach sprint, a row on the sea, and a landing sprint. The competition is affected in real time by waves and tides, placing extremely high demands on athletes'strength, adaptability, and overall competitive ability.