Antoine Vedrenne

Antoine Vedrenne

French rower
Date of Birth: 17.09.1878
Country: France

Content:
  1. Early Life and Rowing Career
  2. Olympic Success
  3. Bronze Medal
  4. Third Place
  5. Legacy

Early Life and Rowing Career

Henri Victor Louis Vedrenne was born in France on an unknown date. His early life and rowing career are shrouded in obscurity, but it is known that he rose to prominence as a skilled oarsman.

Olympic Success

In 1900, Vedrenne had the opportunity to showcase his talent at the Summer Olympics in Paris. He participated exclusively in the pair-oared events.

Bronze Medal

Teaming up with Carlos Deltuf and coxswain Raoul Paoli, Vedrenne competed in the semifinal race. They dominated the field, crossing the finish line first with an impressive time of 6:33.4. This victory propelled them to the final, where they faced formidable competition.

Third Place

In the final, Vedrenne, Deltuf, and Paoli raced with determination, but they ultimately settled for the bronze medal. They completed the course in 7:00.4, just behind the gold and silver medalists.

Legacy

Henri Vedrenne's Olympic success cemented his place in French rowing history. Despite the limited information available about his personal life and career, his bronze medal at the 1900 Games remains a testament to his skill and the legacy he left in the sport.

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