Career- Shakil the unstoppable rower

Shakil Ahmed’s career is a remarkable testament to grit, endurance, and passion for rowing. Spanning over two decades, his journey reflects the transformation of a young athlete into one of India’s most accomplished rowers. From dominating the national circuit to making India proud on international waters, Shakil’s athletic career is decorated with medals, records, and recognition. His discipline, perseverance, and sportsmanship have not only earned him accolades but have also helped elevate the visibility of rowing as a competitive sport in India.

Athletic Achievements

International Achievements

  • Gold Medalist – Asian Cup, Singapore
    Achieved first place in the Men’s Eight (8+) event, representing India at one of Asia’s premier rowing competitions.

World Records and Recognitions

  • World Record – Indoor Rowing (Above-40 Category)
    Completed 100,000 meters in 10 hours on a rowing machine in January 2019 at Salt Lake Stadium, Kolkata. This feat was recognized as a world record in the veteran category.
    (Featured in Times of India, Daily Pioneer Business Standard)
  • National Record – Limca Book of Records
    Completed 50,000 meters of simulated rowing in 4 hours and 13 minutes. The record was officially recognized by the Limca Book of Records, establishing him as one of the country’s leading endurance athletes. Read More

National Level Performance

  • Consistent medalist at multiple National Rowing Championships, competing in categories including Men’s Four, Eight, and Single Sculls.
  • Represented Services and West Bengal in various national regattas, maintaining a high level of performance across disciplines.

Indoor Rowing Success

  • Frequently ranked among the top finishers in national indoor rowing challenges, including Concept2-sponsored endurance events.
  • Known for breaking barriers in simulated rowing formats, setting standards in both open and age-specific categories.

Water Sports Participation

  • Active competitor in multi-disciplinary water sports meets, including kayaking, canoeing, and dragon boat events.
  • Recognized for promoting and participating in lesser-known water sports formats at both state and national levels.

Medals & Records

Here is a chronological list of rowing achievements of Shakil Ahmed

1995

  • West Bengal State Championship – Novice Fours – Gold

1996

  • West Bengal State Games – Junior Fours – Gold
  • West Bengal State Games – Junior Sculls – Gold
  • Head of the Lake – Junior Sculls – Gold
  • Head of the Lake – Junior Fours – Gold

1998

  • HOL (State Championship) – Senior Fours+ – Gold

1999

  • HOL (State Championship) – Senior Pairs – Gold
  • 1st State Games – Juniors Fours – Gold
  • ARAE – Willingdon Trophy – Bronze
  • ARAE – Coxless Pairs – Bronze
  • ARAE – Single Sculls – Bronze

2000

  • WBRA State Championship – Senior Pairs – Gold
  • ARAE – Willingdon Trophy – Silver
  • ARAE – Coxless Pairs – Silver
  • ARAE – Single Sculls – Bronze

2001

  • HOL – Senior Fours – Gold
  • HOL – Fours – Gold
  • HOL – Pairs – Gold
  • WBRA – Fours – Gold
  • ARAE – Willingdon Trophy – Gold
  • ARAE – Coxless Pairs – Silver
  • ARAE – Single Sculls – Bronze

2003

  • HOL (Regatta) – Fours – Gold
  • ARAE – Willingdon Trophy – Gold

2004

  • WBRA – Fours – Gold
  • ARAE – Willingdon Trophy – Gold

2005

  • WBRA Championship – Pairs – Gold
  • WBRA Championship – Fours – Gold
  • WBRA State Championship – Fours – Gold
  • ARAE – Willingdon Trophy – Gold

2011

  • WBRA Championship – Fours – Gold
  • WBRA Indoor Rowing Championship – Indoor Rowing – Gold
  • ARAE – Willingdon Trophy – Gold

2012 (FEARA)

  • Cox Fours – Silver
  • Coxless Pairs – Gold

2010 (FEARA)

  • Cox Fours – Bronze
  • Coxless Pairs – Bronze

2014 (FEARA)

  • Cox Fours – Silver
  • Coxless Pairs – Gold
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