What medal did the Sinković brothers win?

Martin and Valent Sinković won the bronze medal in the double sculls at the European Championships in Varese.

Who won the gold and silver medals?

Gold was won by Serbian rowers Martin Mačković and Nikolaj Pimenov, while silver went to the Spanish duo of Caetano Xose Hortas Pombo and Rodrigo Conde Romero.

How far behind the winners were the Sinković brothers?

According to HRT's report, the Sinković brothers finished 3.90 seconds behind the winners.

Does Croatia still have a chance for more medals at this championship?

Yes, on Saturday at 12:47 PM, the Croatian four-oar crew consisting of Mahmutović, Bošković, Damir Martin, and Talaja will compete.

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Croatian Rowing Double Takes Bronze in Varese

O.S. · 01. 08. 2026. | 2 min

Martin and Valent Sinković on the Podium Again, with the Four Joining Them on Saturday

Summary

Sinković brothers win bronze in double sculls at European Championships in Varese.
They overtook the Romanians in the final stretch to secure their 24th career medal.
Gold goes to Serbia, silver to Spain.
Croatian four-oar crew competes on Saturday at 12:47 PM.

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At the competition in Varese, Croatian representatives Martin and Valent Sinković, known for their Olympic appearances, secured third place in the double sculls event. According to Telegram, they managed to overtake the Romanian crew in the final meters of the race, thus clinching the medal.

Success in the Finish

As reported by Telegram, the brothers had a slower start but gradually picked up speed throughout the race. The decisive move came at the very end when they passed the Romanians. They finished 3.90 seconds behind the winners, according to HRT's report.

First place went to Serbs Martin Mačković and Nikolaj Pimenov, while the Spanish duo of Caetano Xose Hortas Pombo and Rodrigo Conde Romero took second.

Another Medal in a Row

The bronze from Varese marks the 24th medal in the Sinković brothers' careers. This success only confirms their dominance in Croatian rowing, and they were also third in the semifinal before showcasing their signature finish in the final.

Another Chance for Croatia

Croatia has an opportunity for another medal in Varese. According to Telegram, the four-man crew consisting of Goran Mahmutović, Roko Bošković, Damir Martin, and Ivan Talaja will compete in the final on Saturday. Their race is scheduled for 12:47 PM.