The harrowing story of four veterans who fight for their lives during “The World’s Toughest Row.”
Defying Death on the Atlantic airs Monday, May 26, 2025 at 8 p.m. on WXXI-TV and streaming live on the WXXI’s app
“The World’s Toughest Row” is an extreme race featuring unassisted rowing boats that cross the Atlantic Ocean from the Canary Islands to Antigua. For a team of four Air Force veterans, this challenge was the ultimate test of body and mind, as well as an opportunity to raise funds and awareness for other vets experiencing mental illness.
Narrated by actor William Fichtner, this hour-long documentary tells their story. It features the four veterans who refused to give up and, despite incredible odds, continued to support each other until they were rescued. They began this journey to encourage other veterans to share their stories in the hope of healing. Now, they have the ultimate story to share. This program repeats Friday, May 30 at 3 p.m. on WXXI-TV.
Photo: Team coach on the Atlantic
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