Rowing at the 2000 Summer Olympics – Men's eight
The men's eight competition at the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney, Australia took place at the Sydney International Regatta Centre. It was held from 18 to 24 September. There were 9 boats from 9 nations, with each nation limited to a single boat in the event. The event was won by Great Britain, the nation's first victory in the men's eight since back-to-back victories in 1908 and 1912; the three total gold medals was second-most among nations behind the United States. Australia took silver, while Croatia's debut in the men's eight was good for bronze.
Shirt signed by the Australian 2000 Summer Olympics rowing team
(Francis) Benedict Hunt-Davis MBE is a former British competition rower and an Olympic champion. He was appointed Member of the Order of the British Empire in the 2001 New Year Honours list.
Ben Hunt-Davis