Bronze for Steinmühlen Rower Dustin Brömer

At this year’s central spring long-distance regatta organized by the German Rowing Association (DRV) in Leipzig, up-and-coming rower Dustin Brömer won the bronze medal for RuS Steinmühle in the follow-up event. After two training sessions on site the day before—covering 10 and 6 kilometers—the ambitious Steinmühle athlete was feeling confident heading into the race. On the course, which he knew well from training camp, he had to contend with a headwind during the competition.
Nevertheless, the race got off to a good start. After about 3,250 meters, Dustin was even able to catch up to a competitor. He overcame a subsequent dip in energy, regained his composure, and crossed the finish line with confidence. This overall improvement in performance is all the more remarkable given that Dustin Brömer had been forced to take a long break due to his protracted injuries.
At the training camp, both Dustin and Steinmühlen rower Lasse Jacob had already posted strong training results. “A great training camp for both of them,” commented coach Martin “Stromi” Strohmenger, who is typically rather reserved with his assessments and predictions. He views the result achieved particularly in light of the fact that Dustin competed in the open class. “A bold, courageous race,” the coach summed up. He said the team can head into the season with a positive outlook.
Dustin Brömer now has further plans: to win a medal at the German Championships. He has set a rigorous training schedule for himself: “Until then, I’ll be training six times a week.”