Sam Murray

Sam began rowing at school after being inspired by tales of his Great Grandfather's endeavours as a Thames lighterman, guiding merchant boats up and down the Thames in his rowing boat. 

He joined the squad at Caversham in the build up to the 2016 Rio Games, narrowly missing out on selection for the PR3 Mixed Coxed four. Thinking his time with rowing was over, he left the team in 2017 to complete a Masters in Psychology and pursue a career as a Business Performance Coach & Consultant.

The introduction of the new PR3 mixed double provided a new opportunity and he made a comeback to the squad at the end of 2022, gaining qualification for Paris at the 2023 World Championships. Sam, along with doubles partner Annie Caddick, won Gold at the 2024 European Championships and went on to win a Silver medal at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games.

Following the success of 2024 Sam is excited to return for the 2025 season and explore what can be achieved over the LA 2028 cycle. Sam loves being a part of the GB Rowing Team, the world’s most successful paralympic programme and sees it as a unique opportunity to explore what you’re capable of as an athlete and visually impaired competitor.

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