THE CHALLENGE
World's Toughest Row 2026
This is an annual event organised by ‘Atlantic Campaigns’. Competitors from across the globe come together to row 3000 miles across the Atlantic Ocean, in a race from La Gomera in the Canaries to Antigua in the Caribbean!
Sleep deprivation, hallucinations, hunger and the ultimate test of body and mind will be balanced by sighting incredible marine life, witnessing the breaking of a new day and sun sets that cannot be viewed from land. Camaraderie, achievement, self-discovery and pride will be among the many experiences delivered by rowing across an Ocean.
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The mental and physical endurance will result in a life-changing achievement, that will never be forgotten.
A GLOBAL EVENT
Worldwide Exposure
World's Toughest Row is the safest and most successful ocean rowing race on the planet!
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Giorgia and Louis are entered in the Pairs Race as team One Row live It. Prior to the race the rowers spend 2-3 years preparing. During this time the teams not only have to undertake demanding physical training, they also have to find sponsorships from businesses which will pay for all of their equipment and food - a total cost of around £100,000!
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The PR, on the water coverage and media visibility has never been better. With an audience of around 45 million people, it's certainly a very successful way to promote your business. Imagine having your logo emblazoned across the side of the One Row Live It boat for all the world to see as they cross the ocean! Plus your business' branding featured on your sponsored team's social media platforms and website.
RACE FACTS
A Remarkable Journey
Each year remarkable people achieve remarkable things by rowing across the Atlantic Ocean. Every year is different with new stories created and challenges faced along the way. From charity funds raised to wildlife seen, to World Records achieved – the facts are astonishing!
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Each team will row in excess of 1.5 million oar strokes during a race.
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Team Fortitude IV achieved the fastest 24 hours ever with 107.45 nautical miles covered.
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The fastest row across the Atlantic was a four man team The Four Oarsmen who finished in 29 days, 14 hours and 34 minutes
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At its deepest, the Atlantic Ocean is 8.5km / 5.28 miles deep.
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The waves that the rowers experience can measure up to 20ft high.
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Each rower is expected to use 800 sheets of toilet paper during their crossing.
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Crews will experience a range of temperatures, from as low as 10 degrees during the night shifts at the start to well in to the 30’s with added humidity as they approach the finish.
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In the 2016 race, solo rower Daryl Farmer arrived in Antigua after 96 days, rowing without a rudder to steer with for nearly 1200miles/40 days.
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Dutchman, Mark Slats, holds the world record for fastest solo and fastest pair, interestingly his solo time is the faster of the two.
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Rowers burn in excess of 5,000 calories per day.
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There is no toilet on board – rowers use a bucket!
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The average rower loses around 8kg during a crossing.
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In the 2018 race, solo rower Kelda Wood (Row 2 Raise) was kept company by a whale for nearly 7 days.
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Danish ocean rowing legend, Lasse Wulff Hansen, has completed our Atlantic route 3 times, as a pair, as part of a 4 team, as a solo, AND in 2023 he crossed the Pacific route too as part of four man team, Ocean Warrior.
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All crewmembers MUST be attached to the boats “jackstay” with a 3 point safety harness whenever they are on deck.
