Rowing is a brutal sport of nuance:

Power and grace come together to form speed. Lightweight rowing officially became part of the World Championships in 1985. In 1996, three lightweight events were added to the Olympic Games: six athlete spots for men in two boat classes and two spots for women in the lightweight double: a boat of true partnership. To make a national team in this sport, athletes show up to the national trials and win. With little formal athlete support from a governing body, athletes take it upon themselves to find partners, coaching, and build a life that enables their pursuit. Through never before captured stories with a focus on the unprecedented 2021 Olympic year, Wilson asks questions and uncovers what it takes to become the best in the world, form effective partnerships, and how to retire. Seeing how athletes achieve international success outside of a formal training system provides a thorough insight into seeing and realizing potential. Written for the athlete, and those striving to be among the best in their field, the interconnected stories of the lightweight rowers provide a new understanding of what it means to be scrappy, and successful.  

Can you win without being the strongest? It all depends on how you apply your power.