The river that shaped my Olympic journey: a reflection on the Potomac

The river that shaped my Olympic journey: a reflection on the Potomac

Aquil Abdullah is a trailblazer in American rowing, he was the third African American to represent the United States at the Olympics in the sport of rowing and is motivated now to protect the river that has provided him so much. Learn how the Potomac River has been at the center of his Olympic story.

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Watch: The Potomac River fuels Olympic dreams

Watch: The Potomac River fuels Olympic dreams

World-class rower Emily Schmieg is up training on the Potomac river every morning at 6 am, and it’s where she’s found her peace - and speed. Now she’s hoping the river that has accelerated her athletic career will propel her to the 2020 Olympics.

But there are some hazards in her way. Discover how the Potomac has helped Emily, and what she hopes for its future.

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