Rowers can generate a lot of speed, up to around 14 meters per second. However, most rowing competitions are won by crews who row at speeds between 4 and 6 m/s.
The world record for the men's 2000 meter rowing event is 5:39.2, set by Mahe Drysdale of New Zealand in 2015. The women's world record is 6:01.6, set by Kim Brennan of Australia in 2016.