Rooney, Hart and Richards row down Hudson River during World Cup
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 18, 2026, 7:30 AM
Last updated Jul 18, 2026
Wayne Rooney, alongside fellow pundits Joe Hart and Micah Richards, rowed down the Hudson River in New York, fulfilling a promise made during the World Cup. Rooney pledged to take on the rowing challenge if Norway defeated Brazil, which they did by a score of 2-1. The group participated as a tribute to the Norway supporters, who celebrated their team's unexpected victory. Rooney expressed enjoyment and gratitude for the fans' support witnessing the event. They are set to return for the World Cup final on July 19, with England competing in the third-place match on July 20.
- •Rooney, Hart, and Richards rowed on the Hudson River.
- •Rooney made a pledge to row if Norway beat Brazil.
- •Norway won their match 2-1 to trigger Rooney's challenge.
- •They will be part of the broadcast for the World Cup final.
- •England plays in the third-place match on July 20.
- 7:30 AMBBC Sport — Rooney, Hart and Richards row down Hudson River
"Wayne Rooney rows down the Hudson River with fellow BBC pundits Joe Hart and Micah Richards.
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