Emotional Farewell: Meghan Musnicki's Final Olympic Row

Meghan Musnicki, the oldest American woman to row in the Summer Olympics at 41, experienced a 'soul-crushing' end at the Paris Olympics. Her team finished fifth in the women's eight final. Musnicki, a two-time Olympic gold medalist, expressed gratitude for her journey and her teammates.

Meghan Musnicki, at 41 the oldest American woman to row in the Summer Olympics, faced a heartbreaking conclusion at the Paris Olympics as her team finished fifth in the women's eight final.

Musnicki, a two-time Olympic gold medalist in 2012 and 2016, spoke through tears, reflecting on the privilege of rowing with remarkable athletes since her first team in 2010.

'I’m incredibly grateful,' Musnicki said. 'I'm heartbroken, but it's a privilege to row with these women.' Despite the disappointment, Musnicki's contribution remains significant in U.S. women's rowing.