Steve Peterson and Robert Dreher of the...

Steve Peterson and Robert Dreher of the United States fought back from trouble early in the race to win the men’s lightweight double sculls title in the World Rowing Championships at Lake Barrington, Australia.

East Germany and West Germany, competing as separate teams for the final time in a major international sports event, dominated. The East Germans won three of the 11 gold medals at stake and West Germany won two gold and three silver.