Robert Chambers (oarsman)
Robert Chambers | |
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| Born | Robert Chambers 1832 St. Anthony's, Walker, nr Newcastle upon Tyne, England |
| Died | 1868-06-04 St. Anthony's, Walker, nr Newcastle upon Tyne, England |
| Resting place | Walker Cemetery |
| Nationality | British |
| Title | World champion sculler |
| Term | 1859–1865 & 1866–1868 |
| Predecessor | Harry Kelley |
| Successor | Harry Kelley |
Robert Chambers (14 June 1831 – 4 June 1868) was a Tyneside professional oarsman. He became the Tyne, Thames, English and World Sculling Champion.
He was one of three great Tyneside oarsmen, the other two being Harry Clasper and James Renforth.