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Discover the "Golden" Boat: An Exhibition Honoring Olympic Champions at the Museum of Sport and Tourism

Explore the legendary racing boat of Robert Sycz and Tomasz Kucharski, a pivotal artifact in Polish sports history.

This compelling exhibition at the Museum of Sport and Tourism proudly features the "golden" racing boat of Olympic rowing champions Robert Sycz and Tomasz Kucharski. Discover the vessel that propelled them to gold medals at Sydney 2000 and Athens 2004, alongside numerous World Championship victories. This significant artifact, measuring nearly 9.5 meters, showcases a remarkable chapter in sports history.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition showcases the "golden" racing boat used by Olympic rowing champions Robert Sycz and Tomasz Kucharski. The nearly 9.5-meter-long vessel was a crucial part of their careers, accompanying them to Olympic gold medals in Sydney 2000 and Athens 2004, as well as multiple World Championship wins. The boat was donated to the Museum of Sport and Tourism, marking the end of Sycz's distinguished career.

Curatorial context

The Museum of Sport and Tourism proudly presents "„Złota” łódka w Muzeum Sportu i Turystyki" (The "Golden" Boat at the Museum of Sport and Tourism), an exhibition centered around a remarkable donation from the distinguished Polish rowers, Robert Sycz and Tomasz Kucharski. During a New Year's meeting of the Polish Olympic Family, the two-time Olympic champion Robert Sycz, alongside his rowing partner Tomasz Kucharski, presented their victorious racing boat to the museum's collection. This exceptional exhibit measures an impressive 9.5 meters in length. The "golden" boat holds significant historical value, having been a companion to the prominent rower Robert Sycz throughout 11 years of his career, most notably during the Olympic Games in Sydney 2000 and Athens 2004, where he achieved top podium finishes. Beyond these Olympic triumphs, the boat was instrumental in securing two gold medals at the World Championships (1997, 1998), three silver medals (2001, 2002, 2003), and one bronze medal (2005). The year 2012 marked the conclusion of Robert Sycz's extensive career, culminating in this generous donation to the Museum of Sport and Tourism, enriching its archives with a truly unique and inspiring artifact.

Admission and ticket notes

Information regarding ticketing and admission can be found on the 'Visit' section of the museum's website. Visitors are directed to check the 'Tickets' page for specific details.

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Museum of Sport and Tourism
Current status
Open now
Exhibition schedule
From Jan 1, 2013
Artist line / attribution
Featuring the donated racing boat of two-time Olympic champion Robert Sycz and his partner Tomasz Kucharski.
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