We're diving into one of the purest and most challenging events in rowing: the pair.

No coxswain. No room to hide. Just two athletes moving as one.

Featuring Jess Thoennes, two-time Olympian, seven-time national team member, and World Championship bronze medalist. She walked on to the University of Washington rowing team and has since become one of the most accomplished sweep rowers in the country.

Alongside her is Holly Drapp, a former University of Washington captain, national team athlete, and World Championship bronze medalist who made a rapid rise to the senior level.

Together, they formed one of the fastest women's pairs and earned a place on the podium at the 2025 World Championships.